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Horror movies

Spine-chilling tales designed to provoke fear and suspense, featuring the supernatural, monsters, and psychological terror.

Subgenres include: Slasher Horror, Monster Horror, Zombie Horror.

Blood

911. Blood

Horror Mystery Thriller Body Horror Investigation Mystery
5.5

20231h 48min

United States, Canada

Director: Brad Anderson

Jess, a newly separated mother and nurse, moves into her old family farmhouse with Tyler, her teenage daughter, and Owen, her eight-year-old son. One night, the family dog senses something in the woods and runs off to find it. He returns a couple of days later and attacks Owen, savagely biting him before Jess is able to intervene. Owen is rushed to the hospital. His condition worsens, and no one can figure out why... until Jess discovers a disturbing cure...

Themes

"movie: blood. genres: horror, Mystery, Thriller, Horror, Mystery, Thriller main themes: country house, Forest, Hospital, Country house, Forest, Hospital full keywords list: country house, Forest, Hospital, Dog, Divorcee, Sick child, Child of divorce, Divorced couple, Hollow tree, Drinking blood, Recovering drug addict. concept analysis: the film explores the lengths a mother will go to protect her child, Delving into themes of addiction, Sacrifice, And the moral complexities of survival. it raises questions about the nature of love and the monstrous transformations that can arise from desperation."

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M3GAN

912. M3GAN

Science Fiction Horror AI Sci-Fi Psychological Horror
6.3

20221h 42min

United States

Director: Gerard Johnstone

A brilliant toy company roboticist uses artificial intelligence to develop M3GAN, a life-like doll programmed to emotionally bond with her newly orphaned niece. But when the doll's programming works too well, she becomes overprotective of her new friend with terrifying results.

Themes

Unhealthy attachment dynamics, Grief and technology, Corporate pressure vs responsibility, Ethical governance of ai toys, Caregiver substitution risk, Autonomy of toys

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The Pale Blue Eye

913. The Pale Blue Eye

Thriller Crime Horror Mystery Investigation Suspense
6.6

20222h 8min

United States

Director: Scott Cooper

West Point, New York, 1830. When a cadet at the burgeoning military academy is found hanged with his heart cut out, the top brass summons former New York City constable Augustus Landor to investigate. While attempting to solve this grisly mystery, the reluctant detective engages the help of one of the cadets: a strange but brilliant young fellow by the name of Edgar Allan Poe.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Institutional secrecy, Trauma and revenge, Duty vs vengeance, Investigative burden, Occult ritual influence

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Venus

914. Venus

Drama Horror Thriller Psychological Horror Domestic Thriller
5.5

20221h 41min

Spain

Director: Jaume Balagueró

Lucía, a club dancer on the run, takes refuge in a sinister building on the outskirts of Madrid where her sister Rocío lives with her daughter Alba.

Themes

"movie: venus. genres: drama, Horror, Thriller, Drama, Horror, Thriller main themes: sibling relationship, Madrid, Spain, Go-go dancer, Sibling relationship, Madrid, Spain, Go-go dancer full keywords list: sibling relationship, Madrid, Spain, Go-go dancer, Solar eclipse, Apartment building, Old building, Estranged sister, Mother daughter relationship, Sister sister relationship, Outskirts. concept analysis: the film 'venus' explores the themes of familial loyalty amidst chaos and the haunting consequences of one's past decisions. it serves as a commentary on the inescapable nature of fate and the supernatural forces that can manipulate human lives in a modern urban setting."

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Bones and All

915. Bones and All

Horror Romance Drama Tragic Drama Dark Romance
6.8

20222h 11min

Italy, United States

Director: Luca Guadagnino

Abandoned by her father, a young woman embarks on a thousand-mile odyssey through the backroads of America where she meets a disenfranchised drifter. But despite their best efforts, all roads lead back to their terrifying pasts and to a final stand that will determine whether their love can survive their otherness.

Themes

Otherness testing intimacy, Addiction driving choices, Hunger as self-definition, Guilt over desire, Family estrangement tension, Abandonment shaping belonging

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Viking Wolf

916. Viking Wolf

Horror Thriller Mystery Werewolf Horror Mind Game Thriller
5.2

20221h 37min

Norway, Denmark

Director: Stig Svendsen

After witnessing a grotesque murder at a party in her new town, a teenager starts having strange visions and bizarre desires.

Themes

"movie: viking wolf. genres: horror, Thriller, Mystery, Horror, Thriller, Mystery main themes: small town, Mythical creature, Vikings (norsemen), Small town, Mythical creature, Vikings (norsemen) full keywords list: small town, Mythical creature, Vikings (norsemen), Nordic mythology, Mythological beast, Female protagonist, Werewolf, Macabre, Lycanthrope, Nordic folklore, Practical special effects, Suspenseful, Frightened. concept analysis: the film explores the duality of human nature and the struggle between one's primal instincts and familial bonds. it raises questions about identity, Transformation, And the lengths a parent will go to protect their child, Even when faced with unimaginable horror."

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The Menu

917. The Menu

Comedy Horror Thriller Dark Comedy Psychological Horror
7.2

20221h 47min

United States

Director: Mark Mylod

A group of esteemed guests, including Tyler and Margot, gathers for an exclusive dinner at a restaurant on a remote island. But tonight is special—because the eccentric Chef Slowik has prepared an unforgettable menu for them.

Themes

Loss of passion for craft, Elite entitlement, Deception through presentation, Exploitation of artisans, Spectacle as punishment, Dining as ritual

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Soft & Quiet

918. Soft & Quiet

Horror Thriller
6.2

20221h 31min

United States

Director: Beth de Araújo

Taking place in real time, elementary school teacher Emily organizes a mixer of like-minded women, but an altercation between a woman from Emily’s past and the group leads to a volatile chain of events.


Sissy

919. Sissy

Horror Comedy Thriller Drama
6.1

20221h 42min

Australia

Director: Kane Senes

Cecilia is a successful social media influencer living the dream, until she runs into her ex-childhood best friend and is invited away on her bachelorette weekend. Suddenly, Sissy finds herself stuck in a remote cabin with her school bully... and a taste for revenge.


Prey for the Devil

920. Prey for the Devil

Horror Thriller Supernatural Horror Investigation Suspense
5.3

20221h 33min

United States

Director: Daniel Stamm

In response to a global rise in demonic possessions, the Catholic Church reopens exorcism schools to train priests in the Rite of Exorcism. On this spiritual battlefield, an unlikely warrior rises: a young nun, Sister Ann. Thrust onto the spiritual frontline with fellow student Father Dante, Sister Ann finds herself in a battle for the soul of a young girl and soon realizes the Devil has her right where he wants her.

Themes

"movie: prey for the devil. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: nun, Exorcism, Roman catholic church, Nun, Exorcism, Roman catholic church full keywords list: nun, Exorcism, Roman catholic church, Demonic possession. concept analysis: the film explores the struggle between faith and personal demons, Highlighting the complexities of motherhood and sacrifice. it delves into the psychological impact of abandonment and the lengths one will go to confront their past and protect their loved ones."

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