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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.

Men

951. Men

Horror Thriller Fantasy Psychological Horror Mind Game Thriller
6.0

20221h 40min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Alex Garland

In the aftermath of a personal tragedy, Harper retreats alone to the beautiful English countryside, hoping to find a place to heal. But someone — or something — from the surrounding woods appears to be stalking her, and what begins as simmering dread becomes a fully-formed nightmare, inhabited by her darkest memories and fears.

Themes

Grief and healing, Abuse and control, Isolation and threat, Deceptive appearances, Home as trap, Survival under pressure

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Moloch

952. Moloch

Horror Mystery Thriller
6.0

20221h 39min

Netherlands

Director: Nico van den Brink

Betriek lives at the edge of a peat bog in the North of the Netherlands. When she and her family are attacked by a random stranger one night, Betriek sets out to find an explanation. The more she digs, the more she becomes convinced that she is being hunted by something ancient.


You Won't Be Alone

953. You Won't Be Alone

Horror Drama Folk Horror
6.4

20221h 48min

Australia, United Kingdom

Director: Goran Stolevski

In an isolated mountain village in 19th century Macedonia, a young feral witch accidentally kills a peasant. She assumes the peasant's shape to see what life is like in her skin, igniting a deep seated curiosity to experience life inside the bodies of others.

Themes

Isolation and longing, Transformation as power, Silence as agency, Persecution and fear, Power over bodies, Caregiver danger dynamics

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The Cellar

954. The Cellar

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Whodunit
5.3

20221h 34min

Belgium, Ireland

Director: Brendan Muldowney

When Keira Woods' daughter mysteriously vanishes in the cellar of their new house in the country, she soon discovers there is an ancient and powerful entity controlling their home that she will have to face or risk losing her family's souls forever.

Themes

"movie: the cellar. genres: horror, Mystery, Horror, Mystery main themes: mother, Supernatural, Cellar, Mother, Supernatural, Cellar full keywords list: mother, Supernatural, Cellar, Hell, Haunted house, Visions of hell, Disappearance, Demon, Supernatural creature, Clueless husband, Demonic spirit, Supernatural horror, Mysterious disappearance. concept analysis: the film explores the depths of parental love and the lengths to which one will go to protect their family from malevolent forces. it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of uncovering hidden truths and the consequences of confronting ancient evils."

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Shut In

955. Shut In

Thriller Horror Drama Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller Home Invasion Horror
5.7

20221h 30min

United States

Director: D.J. Caruso

A young single mother is held captive along with her two children by a violent ex and must plot their escape before it’s too late.

Themes

"movie: shut in. genres: thriller, Horror, Drama, Thriller, Horror, Drama main themes:, Full keywords list: . concept analysis: the film explores the themes of survival and maternal instinct in the face of overwhelming danger. it also examines the destructive nature of addiction and the struggle for redemption amidst chaos."

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Incantation

956. Incantation

Horror Supernatural Horror
6.2

20221h 51min

Taiwan

Director: Kevin Ko

Inspired by the true story of a family who believed they were possessed by spirits. This film follows a woman who must protect her child from a curse.

Themes

Protective motherhood under threat, Curse as burden, Ancestral ritual danger, Found footage menace, Spirit possession risk, Deception of viewers

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Speak No Evil

957. Speak No Evil

Horror Thriller Drama Psychological Horror Domestic Thriller
6.6

20221h 38min

Denmark, Netherlands

Director: Christian Tafdrup

A Danish family visits a Dutch family they met on a holiday. What was supposed to be an idyllic weekend slowly starts unraveling as the Danes try to stay polite in the face of unpleasantness.

Themes

Deceptive appearances, Outsider deception, Polite facade pressure, Family vulnerability under coercion, Outsider manipulation, Child safety threat

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X

958. X

Horror Thriller Home Invasion Horror Survival Thriller
6.5

20221h 46min

United States

Director: Ti West

In 1979, a group of young filmmakers set out to make an adult film in rural Texas, but when their reclusive, elderly hosts catch them in the act, the cast find themselves fighting for their lives.

Themes

Exploitation by elderly couple, Predatory hospitality at farm house, Deception in isolated farmhouse, Gas station danger, Power and coercion in filmmaking, Commodification of porn star bodies

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All My Friends Hate Me

959. All My Friends Hate Me

Comedy Thriller Horror
6.3

20221h 33min

United Kingdom

Director: Andrew Gaynord

A college reunion goes awry when Pete suspects his friends may be out to get him... As their weekend getaway grows more and more uncomfortable, should Pete be worried about his safety, or is it all in his head?


The Exorcism of God

960. The Exorcism of God

Horror Crime Drama Fantasy Supernatural Horror
5.3

20221h 38min

Mexico, United States

Director: Alejandro Hidalgo

An American priest working in Mexico is considered a saint by many local parishioners. However, due to a botched exorcism, he carries a secret that’s eating him alive until he gets an opportunity to face his demon one final time.

Themes

"movie: the exorcism of god. genres: horror, Crime, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Crime, Drama, Fantasy main themes: prison, Small town, Mexico, Prison, Small town, Mexico full keywords list: prison, Small town, Mexico, Exorcism, Possession, Possessed, Exorcist, Wonder. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of guilt and redemption, Highlighting the struggle between faith and personal demons. it questions the nature of sacrifice and the consequences of one's past actions, Ultimately portraying a tragic descent into darkness."

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