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From David Fincher, starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Kevin Spacey, Andrew Kevin Walker
Rated R

Se7en is a psychological thriller written by Andrew Kevin Walker and directed by David Fincher. The film follows Detective David Mills (Brad Pitt) and Detective William Somerset (Morgan Freeman) as they investigate a series of bizarre and gruesome murders, all involving the seven deadly sins. With the help of the mysterious John Doe (Kevin Spacey), the detectives uncover a horrific plan to commit the perfect crime. The film is a journey into the depths of human depravity, exploring the darkness in all of us. As the case progresses, we are left to wonder if justice can ever be served. With its masterful direction and brilliant performances, Se7en remains a classic of modern cinema.

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin
Rated R

Psycho is a classic horror-thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, released in 1960. The story follows Marion Crane, a young woman who steals a large sum of money from a client and goes on the run. She checks into the Bates Motel, run by the eccentric Norman Bates. As Marion's stay at the motel progresses, Norman's strange behavior becomes increasingly unsettling. When Marion suddenly disappears, it is up to her lover, Sam, and her sister, Lila, to investigate her disappearance and uncover the secrets of the Bates Motel. The film is known for its iconic shower scene, and its exploration of themes of guilt, obsession, and psychosis.

From Ridley Scott, starring Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, Veronica Cartwright
Rated R

Alien is a science fiction horror film directed by Ridley Scott and released in 1979. The story follows a crew of commercially-funded space travelers aboard the Nostromo spacecraft, who respond to a distress call on an uncharted planet. When they investigate, they discover a mysterious egg-like organism, which eventually hatches and reveals a creature that stalks and kills the crew members one by one. The survivors must find a way to escape the creature and its home planet, while also trying to protect their own lives. In the end, only the ship's warrant officer, Ellen Ripley, survives to face the alien menace. The film is renowned for its horror and suspense, and for its groundbreaking special effects.

From Stanley Kubrick, starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers
Rated R

The Shining is a horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. The story follows Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), a struggling writer, who agrees to serve as the winter caretaker for the isolated Overlook Hotel. Jack's wife, Wendy (Shelley Duvall), and son, Danny (Danny Lloyd), accompany him. Danny possesses a psychic power known as "the shining" that allows him to see the hotel's horrific past. As the months pass, the family begins to experience supernatural phenomena, and Jack's sanity starts to unravel as he becomes possessed by the hotel's evil forces. The film culminates in a nail-biting climax as Jack attempts to murder his wife and son. In the end, the family escapes, and Jack remains in the haunted hotel.

From John Carpenter, starring Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, Keith David, Richard Masur
Rated R

The Thing is a 1982 science fiction horror film directed by John Carpenter. The film follows a group of scientists and American soldiers stationed in the Antarctic who come across a shape-shifting alien life form that has the ability to take on the appearance of any human or animal. The alien life form is a deadly and relentless enemy that can only be destroyed by extreme cold. The group must work together to prevent the alien from reaching civilization and causing mass destruction. The film is a tense, suspenseful, and brutal exploration of fear, paranoia, and the lengths people will go when faced with an enemy they cannot understand.

From William Friedkin, starring Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair, Lee J. Cobb
Rated R

The Exorcist is a 1973 horror film directed by William Friedkin and adapted by William Peter Blatty from his 1971 novel of the same name. The film follows the possessed 12-year-old girl, Regan MacNeil, who is struggling with possession by an ancient, malevolent spirit. Desperate to save her daughter, Regan’s mother, Chris, turns to two priests, Father Karras and Father Merrin, for help. Together, they battle the demonic forces that have taken over Regan’s body. Through a long and arduous process, Father Karras and Father Merrin attempt to exorcise the demon from Regan’s body, ultimately sacrificing themselves in the process. The Exorcist is a terrifying yet emotionally powerful story of one family’s fight for survival.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, Lorraine Gary
Rated PG

Jaws is a 1975 American thriller movie directed by Steven Spielberg. It is based on the novel of the same name by Peter Benchley. The movie follows a police chief, a marine scientist, and a grizzled fisherman as they hunt a great white shark that has taken to preying on the beaches of a small tourist town. As they hunt the shark, the three men form an unlikely bond, as they confront their fears and the dangers that the shark brings. The film was a box office smash, becoming the highest grossing film of all time and launching the career of Steven Spielberg. It also resulted in a new genre of “summer blockbuster” movies, and is widely seen as the first in this genre.

From Tomas Alfredson, starring Kåre Hedebrant, Lina Leandersson, Per Ragnar, Henrik Dahl
Rated R

Let the Right One In is a 2008 Swedish romantic horror film directed by Tomas Alfredson. It tells the story of a 12-year-old boy, Oskar (Kåre Hedebrant), who falls in love with a mysterious girl, Eli (Lina Leandersson), who moves in next door to him. Unbeknownst to him, Eli is a vampire, and she uses her powers to protect Oskar from bullies. Through their friendship, Oskar must come to terms with Eli's identity, and Eli must confront her past. The film is critically acclaimed for its dynamic atmosphere and handling of horror and romance.

From Ken Russell, starring Vanessa Redgrave, Oliver Reed, Dudley Sutton, Max Adrian
Rated R

The Devils is a 1971 British historical drama horror film directed by Ken Russell and starring Oliver Reed and Vanessa Redgrave. Based on the 1952 book The Devils of Loudun by Aldous Huxley, the film follows a 17th-century French convent overrun by a sexually repressed nun and her mentally unstable priest, and the subsequent witch trials that ensue. The film follows Urbain Grandier, a priest of the city of Loudun, as he attempts to protect the city and the convent from the machinations of a scheming Cardinal Richelieu, who seeks to break Grandier's power and take over his position. The film is known for its graphic violence and sexual content, as well as its focus on religious extremism. It was both highly acclaimed and heavily criticized upon its initial release, being nominated for two Golden Globe awards and receiving a 5-star rating from the British Film Institute.

From Jordan Peele, starring Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Bradley Whitford, Catherine Keener
Rated R

Get Out is a 2017 horror/thriller film written and directed by Jordan Peele. The story follows a young black man, Chris (Daniel Kaluuya), as he visits his white girlfriend Rose’s (Allison Williams) family estate. Chris quickly becomes suspicious of the family’s overly friendly demeanor, and discovers that they are involved in a sinister plot to control him and other African-Americans. As Chris navigates the dangerous situation, he must confront his fears, and ultimately fight to survive. Get Out is a powerful exploration of racial tensions and themes of control, manipulation, and freedom.

From Sam Raimi, starring Bruce Campbell, Sarah Berry, Dan Hicks, Kassie Wesley DePaiva
Rated R

Evil Dead II is a 1987 horror/comedy film directed by Sam Raimi and starring Bruce Campbell as the protagonist, Ashley "Ash" Williams. The film is a sequel to Raimi's 1981 horror film The Evil Dead and follows Ash as he is transported to a cabin in the woods where he discovers a mysterious book and an ancient evil force. After inadvertently releasing the force, Ash is forced to battle the deadites, which are ancient evil forces brought forth by the book. Throughout the film, Ash must fight off possessed objects and the deadites, all while trying to survive the night and find a way to defeat the evil. The film culminates in an epic battle between Ash and the Deadites, leading to a bloody and bloody comedic ending.

From Roman Polanski, starring Catherine Deneuve, Ian Hendry, John Fraser, Yvonne Furneaux
Rated Not Rated

Repulsion (1965) is a psychological horror film directed by Roman Polanski. The film follows Carol, a young Belgian woman living in London, as she struggles with her mental health and begins to spiral into a state of psychosis. In a series of surrealistic, graphic sequences, Carol's psyche is explored as she descends further into a world of paranoia, fear, and eventually murder. As the film progresses, it becomes clear that Carol is suffering from an acute case of repressed trauma, which she has yet to confront. The film culminates in a shocking finale as Carol is forced to confront the reality of her past.

From David Cronenberg, starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel
Rated R

The Fly is a 1986 science fiction-horror film directed by David Cronenberg and based on the George Langelaan short story of the same name. The film follows a brilliant but eccentric scientist, Seth Brundle (Jeff Goldblum), who accidentally merges his DNA with a fly during an experiment. As a result, Seth slowly begins to metamorphose into a grotesque insect-like creature. With the help of his love interest Veronica Quaife (Geena Davis), he must try to find a cure for his condition before it's too late. Along the way, Brundle must confront the horrific side-effects of his transformation, as well as a relentless journalist, Stathis Borans (John Getz), who is determined to expose Brundle's strange affliction to the world.

From James Wan, starring Cary Elwes, Leigh Whannell, Danny Glover, Ken Leung
Rated R

Saw is a horror-thriller film released in 2004. It follows the story of two men, Adam and Dr. Lawrence Gordon, who wake up in an abandoned bathroom with no recollection of how they got there. They soon discover that they are part of a twisted game orchestrated by the notorious Jigsaw Killer, who has been orchestrating a string of unsolved murders. The men are forced to play a game of life and death in order to survive, with the stakes rising as the game progresses. With time running out and no escape in sight, the men must race against time to find their way out of the room and save themselves before it's too late.

From Richard Donner, starring Gregory Peck, Lee Remick, Harvey Stephens, David Warner
Rated R

The Omen is a horror film directed by Richard Donner, released in 1976. It stars Gregory Peck, Lee Remick and David Warner and follows the story of a child who, unbeknownst to his parents, is the Antichrist. After a series of mysterious deaths, Robert Thorn (Peck) discovers his adopted son Damien is the Antichrist. As the story progresses, Robert must find a way to save himself and his family from the evil forces surrounding Damien. The Omen was a critical success and spawned a franchise, with 4 sequels, a remake, and a television series.

From Robin Hardy, starring Edward Woodward, Christopher Lee, Diane Cilento, Britt Ekland
Rated R

The Wicker Man (1973) is a British horror film directed by Robin Hardy and starring Edward Woodward, Britt Ekland, Diane Cilento, and Christopher Lee. The film follows the story of Police Sergeant Neil Howie, who is sent to a remote Scottish island on a mission to investigate the disappearance of a young girl. On the island, Howie discovers a pagan community led by the mysterious Lord Summerisle and his daughter, Rowan, who is believed to have knowledge of the girl's disappearance. Howie soon finds himself struggling to reconcile his religious beliefs and modern law enforcement methods with the Island's lawless, pagan culture. As his investigation progresses, Howie discovers dark secrets about the island's inhabitants and the girl's true fate. The Wicker Man is an iconic horror movie that blends psychological horror with elements of the occult.

From Danny Boyle, starring Cillian Murphy, Naomie Harris, Christopher Eccleston, Alex Palmer
Rated R

28 Days Later follows the story of Jim (Cillian Murphy), a young man who awakens from a coma to find London deserted and in ruins. He soon discovers that a virus has infected most of the population, turning them into mindless rage-filled monsters. With the help of a small group of survivors, Jim sets out to find a way to save humanity. The group must battle the infected, as well as the military forces that are determined to cleanse the city of any infected. Along the way, they discover that the virus has mutated into something much more dangerous. The film follows Jim and his group as they battle their way across the city, in a desperate attempt to find a cure and save humanity.

From John Landis, starring David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Joe Belcher, Griffin Dunne
Rated R

An American Werewolf in London is a horror comedy film directed by John Landis and released in 1981. It follows two American college students, David and Jack, who are on a backpacking holiday in England. On a late night stroll through the moors, they are attacked by a werewolf and Jack is killed. David survives the attack but is haunted by visions of his dead friend and a series of warnings from a mysterious stranger. As the visions become more intense, David realizes that he is transforming into a werewolf. He must find a way to keep his monstrous form under control and protect those he cares about from the danger that he presents. As the full moon approaches, David's desperate struggle to control his lycanthropic urges reaches a climax, bringing destruction and terror to the London night.

From Tobe Hooper, starring Marilyn Burns, Edwin Neal, Allen Danziger, Paul A. Partain
Rated R

From Robert Eggers, starring Robert Pattinson, Willem Dafoe, Valeriia Karaman, Logan Hawkes
Rated R

From Directors: Jaume Balagueró, Paco Plaza, starring Manuela Velasco, Ferran Terraza, Jorge-Yamam Serrano, Pablo Rosso
Rated R

From Wes Craven, starring Heather Langenkamp, Johnny Depp, Robert Englund, John Saxon
Rated R

From Adrian Lyne, starring Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven
Rated R

From Ari Aster, starring Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro, Gabriel Byrne, Alex Wolff
Rated R

From Tobe Hooper, starring JoBeth Williams, Heather O'Rourke, Craig T. Nelson, Beatrice Straight
Rated PG