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From James Cameron, starring Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, Carrie Henn, Paul Reiser
Rated R

Aliens is a 1986 sci-fi action horror film directed by James Cameron and starring Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley. It is the sequel to 1979's Alien and the second installment in the Alien franchise. The film follows Ripley, the sole survivor of the previous film, as she returns to the planet LV-426 with a team of Colonial Marines to confront the Xenomorphs that inhabit the planet. They soon discover that the Xenomorphs have been breeding for over fifty years, leading to a battle for survival. The marines and Ripley must team up to battle the Xenomorphs and find a way off the planet before they are all killed. Along the way, they discover the true origin of the creatures, and even make unexpected allies. In the end, Ripley defeats the Alien Queen and they return to Earth safely. Aliens is widely considered one of the greatest action films of all time, and has become a classic in the sci-fi genre. The film was extremely successful and spawned two more sequels, as well as several spin-off media projects.

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

The Exorcist is a 1973 psychological horror film directed by William Friedkin, and based on the novel of the same name by William Peter Blatty. It stars Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Lee J. Cobb, Jack MacGowran, Jason Miller, and Linda Blair. The story follows the demonic possession of a 12-year-old girl, Regan MacNeil (Linda Blair), and her mother's desperate attempts to win back her daughter through supernatural means. The film deals with themes of faith, evil, and the struggle between good and evil. It has become one of the most influential horror films of all time and has been described as "one of the most frightening and disturbing films ever made".

From Robert Aldrich, starring Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Victor Buono, Wesley Addy
Rated Passed

What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? is a 1962 psychological thriller directed by Robert Aldrich and starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. It follows the story of two aging sisters, Jane and Blanche, living together in a Hollywood mansion. Jane (Davis), once a successful child star, is living in a delusional state, while Blanche (Crawford) is confined to a wheelchair due to an accident Jane caused. As Jane's mental state deteriorates, she begins to display delusions of grandeur, acting out scenarios from her childhood days as a star, while Blanche desperately seeks help, fearing for her safety. As the story progresses, it reveals secrets of the sisters' past and their troubled relationship, revealing the dark depths of Jane's jealousy for her sister. This culminates in a shocking climax, as the truth of their past comes to light.

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

Let the Right One In is a romantic horror film directed by Tomas Alfredson and set in the small Swedish town of Blackeberg in the early 80s. The story follows the relationship between Oskar, a lonely, bullied 12-year-old boy, and Eli, a mysterious young girl who moves into his apartment building with her caretaker. It soon becomes clear that Eli is a vampire, and Oskar, who has been searching for a friend, finds himself drawn to her despite the danger she poses. As their relationship develops, the two must battle the forces of evil working against them. Ultimately, the film is a story of love, loyalty, and dark secrets.

From Rob Reiner, starring James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth, Frances Sternhagen
Rated R

Misery is a psychological horror film directed by Rob Reiner and based on Stephen King's best-selling 1987 novel of the same name. The film stars James Caan, Kathy Bates, and Richard Farnsworth. The film tells the story of Paul Sheldon, a novelist who is rescued from a car crash by Annie Wilkes, his "number one fan". Annie is a nurse and a mentally unstable recluse who, upon discovering that Sheldon is the author of a series of novels featuring the character Misery Chastain, kidnaps him, forcing him to write a new novel more to her liking. As Sheldon's health deteriorates and his attempts to escape are unsuccessful, Annie's mental state spirals out of control. The film was highly acclaimed upon its release, and won Bates an Academy Award for Best Actress. It has become a classic of the horror genre, praised for its tense atmosphere, narrative suspense, and Bates' powerful performance.

From Brian De Palma, starring Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, John Travolta
Rated R

From Mervyn LeRoy, starring Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack, Gage Clarke, Jesse White
Rated Approved

From Dario Argento, starring Jessica Harper, Stefania Casini, Flavio Bucci, Miguel Bosé
Rated R

From Jacques Tourneur, starring Simone Simon, Tom Conway, Kent Smith, Jane Randolph
Rated Not Rated

From Gore Verbinski, starring Naomi Watts, Martin Henderson, Brian Cox, David Dorfman
Rated PG-13

From Matt Reeves, starring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Chloë Grace Moretz, Richard Jenkins, Cara Buono
Rated R

From Jaume Collet-Serra, starring Vera Farmiga, Peter Sarsgaard, Isabelle Fuhrman, CCH Pounder
Rated R

From Clint Eastwood, starring Clint Eastwood, Jessica Walter, Donna Mills, John Larch
Rated R

From Clive Barker, starring Andrew Robinson, Clare Higgins, Ashley Laurence, Sean Chapman
Rated R

From John Fawcett, starring Emily Perkins, Katharine Isabelle, Kris Lemche, Mimi Rogers
Rated Not Rated

From Jack Hill, starring Lon Chaney Jr., Carol Ohmart, Quinn K. Redeker, Beverly Washburn
Rated Not Rated

From Rob Zombie, starring Sid Haig, Sheri Moon Zombie, Bill Moseley, William Forsythe
Rated R

From Scott Derrickson, starring Laura Linney, Tom Wilkinson, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Campbell Scott
Rated PG-13

From Alexandre Aja, starring Cécile de France, Maïwenn, Philippe Nahon, Franck Khalfoun
Rated R

From John Hough, starring Inigo Jackson, Judy Matheson, Peter Cushing, Harvey Hall
Rated R

From Dario Argento, starring Leigh McCloskey, Irene Miracle, Eleonora Giorgi, Daria Nicolodi
Rated R

From Directors: Daniel Myrick, Eduardo Sánchez, starring Heather Donahue, Michael C. Williams, Joshua Leonard, Bob Griffin
Rated R

From Harry Kümel, starring Delphine Seyrig, John Karlen, Danielle Ouimet, Andrea Rau
Rated R

From Sean S. Cunningham, starring Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Jeannine Taylor, Robbi Morgan
Rated R

From Alfred Sole, starring Linda Miller, Mildred Clinton, Paula E. Sheppard, Niles McMaster
Rated R