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Supernatural Horror movies

Curses, demons, possession, rituals, and forces beyond science—unequal power and eerie rules drive the dread.

191. Sleepy Hollow

Sleepy Hollow
Fantasy Thriller Mystery Horror Supernatural Fantasy
7.3
19991h 45minUnited States
Director: Tim Burton

Overview

Skeptical young detective Ichabod Crane gets transferred to the hamlet of Sleepy Hollow, New York, where he is tasked with investigating the decapitations of three people – murders the townsfolk attribute to a legendary specter, The Headless Horseman.

Themes

Appearances vs reality, Inheritance and estate power, Skepticism vs superstition, Conspiracy within a household, Deception and concealment, Communal paranoia

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192. The Witches

The Witches
Fantasy Family Horror Supernatural Fantasy Vacation Family
6.8
19901h 31minUnited Kingdom, United States
Director: Nicolas Roeg

Overview

A young boy named Luke and his grandmother go on vacation only to discover their hotel is hosting an international witch convention, where the Grand High Witch is unveiling her master plan to turn all children into mice. Will Luke fall victim to the witches' plot before he can stop them?

Themes

Power and manipulation, Child vulnerability, Deception by appearances, Masquerading as institutions, Guardianship and protection, Collective resistance

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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