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Top10nerScore77.579 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Werner Herzog
WRITERS: Werner Herzog
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Jörg Schmidt-Reitwein
STARRING: Klaus Kinski, Isabelle Adjani, Bruno Ganz
GENRE: Vampire, Gothic Horror, New German Cinema
Jonathan Harker, a real state agent, goes to Transylvania to visit the mysterious Count Dracula and formalize the purchase of a property in Wismar. Once Jonathan is caught under his evil spell, Dracula travels to Wismar where he meets the beautiful Lucy, Jonathan’s wife, while a plague spreads through the town, now ruled by death.
Herzog’s mesmerizing visuals and Kinski’s haunting portrayal of the iconic vampire in Nosferatu the Vampyre breathe new life into the classic, establishing it as a timeless gem in the horror genre. Conclusively, it stands as a testament to their formidable creative collaboration.
Top10nerScore78.168 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Benjamin Christensen
WRITERS: Benjamin Christensen
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Johan Ankerstjerne
STARRING: Benjamin Christensen, Elisabeth Christensen, Clara Pontoppidan, Elith Pio, Oscar Stribolt, Tora Teje
GENRE: Docudrama, Folk Horror, Gothic Horror, Supernatural Horror
Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, and a satanic Sabbath: Benjamin Christensen’s legendary film uses a series of dramatic vignettes to explore the scientific hypothesis that the witches of the Middle Ages suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients. But the film itself is far from serious– instead it’s a witches’ brew of the scary, gross, and darkly humorous.
Häxan mesmerizes with its daring blend of historical inquiry and supernatural terror. Its eerie atmosphere and pioneering use of imagery imbue the horror genre with profound cultural introspection. A landmark in early cinema, it continues to intrigue and unsettle viewers.
Top10nerScore78.291 / 100
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DIRECTOR: John Landis
WRITERS: John Landis
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Robert Paynter
STARRING: David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Griffin Dunne, John Woodvine
GENRE: Werewolf, Black Comedy, Horror, Horror Comedy
Two American tourists in England are attacked by a werewolf that none of the locals will admit exists.
An American Werewolf in London howls with visceral thrills and groundbreaking effects, redefining horror with its blend of humor and chilling suspense. The film’s transformation scenes remain iconic, ensuring its place in cinematic history as a genre-defying classic.
Top10nerScore78.313 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Nobuhiko Obayashi
WRITERS: Chiho Katsura
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Yoshitaka Sakamoto
STARRING: Kimiko Ikegami, Kumiko Oba, Ai Matsubara, Miki Jinbo, Yoko Minamida, Eriko Tanaka, Masayo Miyako, Mieko Sato
GENRE: Haunted House, Absurdist Comedy, Surrealism, Horror Comedy
Hoping to find a sense of connection to her late mother, Gorgeous takes a trip to the country to visit her aunt at their ancestral house. She invites her six friends, Prof, Melody, Mac, Fantasy, Kung Fu, and Sweet, to join her. The girls soon discover that there is more to the old house than meets the eye.
House ingeniously blends horror and humor, crafting a delightfully quirky experience. Its surreal visuals and inventive scares redefine the genre, leaving audiences enchanted by its eccentricity and chilling surprises. A must-watch for horror aficionados seeking fresh thrills.
Top10nerScore78.361 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Brian De Palma
WRITERS: Lawrence D. Cohen
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Mario Tosi
STARRING: Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, John Travolta, Amy Irving, Nancy Allen
GENRE: Drama, Supernatural Horror, New Hollywood
Carrie White, a shy and troubled teenage girl who is tormented by her high school peers and her fanatically religious mother, begins to use her powers of telekinesis to exact revenge upon them.
In Carrie, De Palma expertly blends teenage angst with supernatural terror, crafting an enduring icon of horror cinema. Sissy Spacek’s haunting portrayal of Carrie White captivates, while the film’s chilling climax remains a benchmark in horror storytelling.
Top10nerScore78.774 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Don Siegel
WRITERS: Daniel Mainwaring, Richard Collins
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Ellsworth Fredericks
STARRING: Kevin McCarthy, Dana Wynter, Larry Gates, King Donovan, Carolyn Jones
GENRE: Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller, Alien Invasion
A small-town doctor learns that the population of his community is being replaced by emotionless alien duplicates.
A standout political allegory from the 1950s, Invasion of the Body Snatchers masterfully merges science fiction and horror. Its efficiency and eerie atmosphere render it a thought-provoking cinematic gem, underscoring the paranoia and conformity of the era.
Top10nerScore78.788 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Nicolas Roeg
WRITERS: Daphne du Maurier, Chris Bryant, Allan Scott
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Anthony B. Richmond
STARRING: Donald Sutherland, Julie Christie, Hilary Mason
GENRE: Mystery, Psychological Thriller, Psychological Horror
Laura and John, grieved by a terrible loss, meet in Venice, where John is in charge of the restoration of a church, two mysterious sisters, one of whom gives them a message sent from the afterlife.
Don’t Look Now captivates with its haunting atmosphere and psychological depth. It deftly blends horror with poignant drama, crafting an unsettling narrative that lingers in the mind. Venice adds eerie beauty, enhancing the film’s gripping tension and emotional resonance.
Top10nerScore78.800 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Ingmar Bergman
WRITERS: Ingmar Bergman
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Sven Nykvist
STARRING: Max von Sydow, Liv Ullmann, Gertrud Fridh, Georg Rydeberg
GENRE: Psychological Drama, Psychological Horror, Surrealism, Gothic
An artist in crisis is haunted by nightmares from the past in Ingmar Bergman’s only horror film, which takes place on a windy island. During “the hour of the wolf” – between midnight and dawn – he tells his wife about his most painful memories.
Ingmar Bergman’s venture into the horror genre, Hour of the Wolf, deftly channels the eerie manifestations of artistic demons, showcasing his profound psychological inquisition and expanding his cinematic repertoire with spine-tingling finesse.
Top10nerScore78.834 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Roman Polanski
WRITERS: Gérard Brach, Roman Polanski
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Sven Nykvist
STARRING: Roman Polański, Isabelle Adjani, Melvyn Douglas, Jo Van Fleet, Bernard Fresson, Lila Kedrova, Claude Dauphin, Shelley Winters
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Psychological Horror
A quiet and inconspicuous man rents an apartment in France where the previous tenant committed suicide, and begins to suspect his landlord and neighbors are trying to subtly change him into the last tenant so that he too will kill himself.
The Tenant captivates with its chilling ambiance and psychological depth. Polanski’s deft direction transforms everyday anxieties into a haunting narrative, blurring reality in true horror fashion. A nuanced exploration of identity, it resonates profoundly with a lingering unease.
Top10nerScore79.005 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Dario Argento
WRITERS: Dario Argento, Bernardino Zapponi
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Luigi Kuveiller
STARRING: David Hemmings, Daria Nicolodi
GENRE: Giallo, Psychological Horror
A musician witnesses the murder of a famous psychic, and then teams up with a feisty reporter to find the killer while evading attempts on their lives by the unseen killer bent on keeping a dark secret buried.
Dario Argento’s signature kinetic camerawork and relentless gore are brilliantly showcased in Deep Red, complemented by a rich, intricate narrative. This fusion of visceral style and storytelling mastery elevates the film to a remarkable achievement in the horror genre.
Top10nerScore79.221 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Robert Eggers
WRITERS: Robert Eggers, Max Eggers
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Jarin Blaschke
STARRING: Willem Dafoe, Robert Pattinson
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Psychological Horror
Two lighthouse keepers try to maintain their sanity while living on a remote and mysterious New England island in the 1890s.
The Lighthouse mesmerizes with its stark, unsettling atmosphere and powerhouse performances. A chilling descent into psychological terror, it skillfully blends haunting visuals with a gripping narrative, redefining the horror genre with its raw intensity and atmospheric tension.
Top10nerScore79.253 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Robin Hardy
WRITERS: Anthony Shaffer
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Harry Waxman
STARRING: Edward Woodward, Christopher Lee, Britt Ekland, Diane Cilento, Ingrid Pitt
GENRE: Mystery, Folk Horror
Police sergeant Neil Howie is called to an island village in search of a missing girl whom the locals claim never existed. Stranger still, however, are the rituals that take place there.
The Wicker Man is a hauntingly atmospheric cult classic, featuring a mesmerizing performance by Woodward and an eerie folk-horror ambiance. Its chilling narrative, symbolic imagery, and unforgettable climax make it an enduring and thought-provoking work of art.
Top10nerScore79.255 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Lynch
WRITERS: David Lynch, Robert Engels, Mark Frost
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Ronald Víctor García
STARRING: Sheryl Lee, Ray Wise, Kyle MacLachlan, Mädchen Amick, Dana Ashbrook, Phoebe Augustine
GENRE: Surrealism, Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Psychological Horror
In the questionable town of Deer Meadow, Washington, FBI Agent Desmond inexplicably disappears while hunting for the man who murdered a teen girl. The killer is never apprehended, and, after experiencing dark visions and supernatural encounters, Agent Dale Cooper chillingly predicts that the culprit will claim another life. Meanwhile, in the more cozy town of Twin Peaks, hedonistic beauty Laura Palmer hangs with lowlifes and seems destined for a grisly fate.
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me fearlessly dives into horror, unraveling a chilling narrative with raw intensity. Lynch crafts a haunting portrayal of trauma, blending surrealism with gut-wrenching emotion. A bold departure that mesmerizes with its nightmarish beauty.
Top10nerScore79.598 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Juraj Herz
WRITERS: Juraj Herz, Ladislav Fuks
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Stanislav Milota
STARRING: Rudolf Hrušínský, Vlasta Chramostová
GENRE: Czechoslovak New Wave, Drama, Psychological Horror, Black Comedy
Set in Central Europe during World War II, a demented cremator believes cremation relieves earthly suffering and sets out to save the world.
In The Cremator, Herz crafts a chilling tale that transcends typical horror. Its unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth make it a standout in the genre, delving into the darkest corners of the human psyche with haunting visuals and a mesmerizing lead performance.
Top10nerScore79.643 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Cronenberg
WRITERS: David Cronenberg
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Mark Irwin
STARRING: James Woods, Deborah Harry, Sonja Smits, Peter Dvorsky
GENRE: Body Horror, Science Fiction, Psychological Thriller, Satire, Digital Horror, Psychological Horror
As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon “Videodrome,” a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.
Videodrome is a mesmerizing blend of sci-fi and horror, seamlessly delving into the dark psyche of media addiction. Cronenberg’s visionary and Woods’ riveting performance ensure it remains a provocative cult classic in the realm of body horror and mind-bending cinema.
Top10nerScore80.504 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Alfred Hitchcock
WRITERS: Evan Hunter
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Robert Burks
STARRING: Tippi Hedren, Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Pleshette
GENRE: Thriller, Natural Horror
Chic socialite Melanie Daniels enjoys a passing flirtation with an eligible attorney in a San Francisco pet shop and, on an impulse, follows him to his hometown bearing a gift of lovebirds. But upon her arrival, the bird population runs amok. Suddenly, the townsfolk face a massive avian onslaught, with the feathered fiends inexplicably attacking people all over Bodega Bay.
The Birds astonishes with its chilling portrayal of nature’s wrath, blending suspense and horror seamlessly. Hitchcock evokes primal fear, amplified by Hedren’s compelling performance. A timeless classic that lingers in the mind for its innovative approach to horror.
Top10nerScore80.675 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Kiyoshi Kurosawa
WRITERS: Kiyoshi Kurosawa
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Tokushô Kikumura
STARRING: Koji Yakusho, Masato Hagiwara, Tsuyoshi Ujiki
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Police Procedural, Crime, Psychological Horror
A wave of gruesome murders is sweeping Tokyo. The only connection is a bloody X carved into the neck of each of the victims. In each case, the murderer is found near the victim and remembers nothing of the crime. Detective Takabe and psychologist Sakuma are called in to figure out the connection, but their investigation goes nowhere…
Cure offers a chilling exploration of psychological horror, deftly blending eerie atmosphere with a gripping narrative. Its slow-burn tension and enigmatic plot create a haunting experience that lingers in the mind, showcasing the artistry of Japanese horror cinema.
Top10nerScore80.775 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Kaneto Shindō
WRITERS: Kaneto Shindō
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Kiyomi Kuroda
STARRING: Nobuko Otowa, Jitsuko Yoshimura, Kei Sato, Taiji Tonoyama
GENRE: Jidaigeki, Psychological Horror, Folk Horror
While her son, Kichi, is away at war, a woman and her daughter-in-law survive by killing samurai who stray into their swamp, then selling whatever valuables they find. Both are devastated when they learn that Kichi has died, but his wife soon begins an affair with a neighbor who survived the war, Hachi. The mother disapproves and, when she can’t steal Hachi for herself, tries to scare her daughter-in-law with a mysterious mask from a dead samurai.
Onibaba thrills with its primal intensity, weaving a chilling tale of survival amidst feudal chaos. Its stark black-and-white cinematography casts an eerie spell, while the relentless suspense and atmospheric tension redefine horror through a haunting narrative of human desperation.
Top10nerScore80.911 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Carl Theodor Dreyer
WRITERS: Carl Theodor Dreyer, Christen Jul
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Rudolph Maté, Louis Née
STARRING: Nicolas de Gunzburg, Maurice Schutz, Rena Mandel, Sybille Schmitz, Jan Hieronimko, Henriette Gérard
GENRE: Vampire, Supernatural Horror, Gothic Horror
Allan Gray, a young man fascinated by the supernatural—particularly vampires—goes to a small village where he feels a sinister force descending upon him. There, Allan meets an old man who asks him to protect his two daughters, for one of them has been bitten by a vampire…
Vampyr stands as a haunting gem in horror cinema. Its eerie, dreamlike visuals and innovative use of shadows evoke an unsettling atmosphere. The film’s surreal narrative, filled with creeping dread and supernatural elements, immerses viewers in a world of chilling, ethereal terror.
Top10nerScore80.958 / 100
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DIRECTOR: David Cronenberg
WRITERS: David Cronenberg, Charles Edward Pogue, George Langelaan
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Mark Irwin
STARRING: Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz
GENRE: Body Horror, Science Fiction, Psychological Drama
When Seth Brundle makes a huge scientific and technological breakthrough in teleportation, he decides to test it on himself. Unbeknownst to him, a common housefly manages to get inside the device and the two become one.
The Fly is a prime example of masterful practical effects and body horror. Jeff Goldblum’s transformative performance and David Cronenberg’s direction deliver a compelling and grotesquely captivating psychological drama. The film remains a benchmark in creature feature cinema.
Top10nerScore80.976 / 100
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DIRECTOR: James Whale
WRITERS: John L. Balderston, Francis Edward Faragoh, Garrett Fort, Robert Florey, John Russell
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Arthur Edeson, Paul Ivano
STARRING: Boris Karloff, Colin Clive, Mae Clarke, Edward van Sloan, Dwight Frye, Frederick Kerr, John Boles
GENRE: Gothic Horror, Science Fiction
Dr Henry Frankenstein is obsessed with assembling a living being from parts of several exhumed corpses.
Almost a century later, Frankenstein continues to captivate, skillfully delving into the delicate balance of brilliance and insanity. Boris Karloff’s iconic portrayal of the monster remains a source of enduring terror, reinforcing the film’s enduring impact on the horror genre.
Top10nerScore81.063 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Georges Franju
WRITERS: Pierre Boileau, Thomas Narcejac, Claude Sautet, Jean Redon, Pierre Gascar
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Eugen Schüfftan
STARRING: Pierre Brasseur, Alida Valli, Édith Scob, Juliette Mayniel
GENRE: Psychological Horror
Dr. Génessier is riddled with guilt after an accident that he caused disfigures the face of his daughter, the once beautiful Christiane, who outsiders believe is dead. Dr. Génessier, along with accomplice and laboratory assistant Louise, kidnaps young women and brings them to the Génessier mansion. After rendering his victims unconscious, Dr. Génessier removes their faces and attempts to graft them on to Christiane’s.
Eyes Without a Face is a hauntingly atmospheric and beautifully composed exploration of identity and sacrifice. Its pioneering surgical scenes remain chillingly effective, while the film’s influence on the horror genre endures, proving its timeless resonance.
Top10nerScore81.525 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Tobe Hooper
WRITERS: Tobe Hooper, Kim Henkel
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Daniel Pearl
STARRING: Marilyn Burns, Gunnar Hansen, Allen Danziger, Edwin Neal, Jim Siedow, Paul A. Partain
GENRE: Slasher, Hixploitation, Southern Gothic
When Sally hears that her grandfather’s grave may have been vandalized, she and her paraplegic brother, Franklin, set out with their friends to investigate. After a detour to their family’s old farmhouse, they discover a group of crazed, murderous outcasts living next door. As the group is attacked one by one by the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface, who wears a mask of human skin, the survivors must do everything they can to escape.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre slices through expectations with raw intensity, delivering a visceral plunge into primal terror. Its gritty realism and relentless suspense redefine horror, crafting an unforgettable nightmare that lingers in the mind with chilling authenticity.
Top10nerScore81.788 / 100
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DIRECTOR: John Carpenter
WRITERS: Debra Hill, John Carpenter
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Dean Cundey
STARRING: Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasence, Nancy Loomis, P.J. Soles
GENRE: Slasher, Halloween
Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween Night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to kill again.
Halloween remains a quintessential horror classic, celebrated for its chilling simplicity and relentless suspense. Carpenter’s deft direction and eerie score set an ominous tone, while Jamie Lee Curtis delivers a standout performance, heightening the film’s visceral scares.
Top10nerScore81.790 / 100
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DIRECTOR: Michael Powell
WRITERS: Leo Marks
CINEMATOGRAPHY: Otto Heller
STARRING: Karlheinz Böhm, Moira Shearer, Anna Massey, Maxine Audley
GENRE: Psychological Thriller, Psychological Horror
Loner Mark Lewis works at a film studio during the day and, at night, takes racy photographs of women. Also he’s making a documentary on fear, which involves recording the reactions of victims as he murders them. He befriends Helen, the daughter of the family living in the apartment below his, and he tells her vaguely about the movie he is making.
Peeping Tom revolutionizes horror with its psychological depth and innovative camerawork. The film’s exploration of voyeurism and obsession creates an unsettling atmosphere, haunting viewers with its chilling narrative and thought-provoking themes.
