#halloween movie recs

[13eyond13]

Please tell me some of your fave Halloween/autumn/spooky season movies to watch!

[thebonnevillegamepodcast]

Naturally Laura would gravitate to the cottagecore-friendly lesbian vampire movie, The Vampire Lovers.

Set in a peaceful hamlet in 18th-century Eastern Europe, a female vampire seeks revenge on the townsfolk for their past actions to eliminate her family.

[goryhorroor]

30 favorite horror movies + quotes

[rydengg]

halloween horror movie musts 2/? - candyman (1992)

[hungryhyena]

new vest time >:3c

[positivewlwvibes]

i need more queer horror and less queer coded BEING the horror, y’know what i mean???

[pink-evilette]

if you like Coraline you should watch Wendell and Wild ♡

themes/motifs:

♡ creepy stop motion

♡ confident, outspoken girl main characters

♡ both made by the same director!

♡ cozy halloween watches with good humour

[be-gay-find-cryptids]

(Part 1) Film & TV Recommendations for Halloween

1. Over the Garden Wall (Miniseries, 2014)

Over the Garden Wall features two half-brothers, Wirt and Gregory, who have become lost in a mysterious wood called The Unknown and attempt to find their way back home.

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This beautifully crafted animated miniseries is the best thing to come out of Cartoon Network even after ten years. The unique atmosphere, which blends fairytale charm with Gothic eeriness, perfectly compliments the early 20th-century Americana-styled animation. At just ten episodes, Over the Garden Wall is a short but impactful experience that lingers with you long after it ends. I highly recommend this series.

2. Coraline (Film, 2009)

Wandering her rambling old house in her boring new town, an 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door to a strangely idealized version of her life.

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This stop-motion animated film is a deeply unsettling and visually stunning experience. Blending a dark fairytale narrative with otherworldly imagery, it presents itself as a psychological horror for young and older audiences alike. Coraline explores the complex ideas about family, identity, and the dangers of wish fulfillment with grace. I strongly recommend this film.

3. ParaNorman (Film, 2012)

Norman Babcock, a young boy who can communicate with ghosts, is given the task of ending a 300-year-old witch's curse on his Massachusetts town.

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This heartfelt stop-motion animated film blends humor, horror, and themes of ostracization and acceptance. While blending classic horror movie tropes with a coming-of-age story, it manages to portray strong themes of prejudice by using zombies, witches, and ghoulish imagery. If you're looking for a unique spin on classic B-movie horror, I highly recommend this film.

4. Happy Death Day (Film, 2017)

A college student must relive the day of her murder over and over again in a loop that will end only when she discovers her killer's identity.

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Happy Death Day is an entertaining mashup of slasher horror and Groundhog Day-style time loop storytelling. This film stands out from all the rest of the horror-comedy franchise due to its emotion, mystery, and character growth. While it doesn't push boundaries for horror, it makes up for its uniqueness that balances humor and suspense. If you're looking for a horror-comedy film, I strongly recommend this one.

5. Jennifer's Body (Film, 2009)

A newly-possessed high-school cheerleader turns into a succubus who kills her male classmates and devours their flesh in order to survive.

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Though it was sorely misunderstood when it originally came out, it has recently garnered rightful attention for its subversive take on the horror-comedy genre. This film blends teen drama and supernatural horror and uses its genre to touch upon the objectification of women in horror and in reality. Its wit, self-awareness, and social commentary have made it a standout in the horror-comedy genre, and for that, I strongly recommend this film.

6. Sinister: Recut (Film, 2012)

Ellison Oswalt is a struggling true-crime writer whose discovery of snuff films depicting gruesome murders and strange supernatural elements in his new house puts his family in danger.

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Said to be one of the scariest films ever from a research study, Sinister is a deeply unsettling horror movie that perfectly mixes supernatural elements with psychological tension. The haunting score combined with the grainy, nightmarish footage of the murders results in an unnerving experience that sits with you long after you turn the lights out. Instead of watching the original movie, I strongly recommend this fanedit version of the film. It elevates the movie by removing some of the cheesy jumpscares and awkward dialog. If you're looking for a genuinely haunting movie this Halloween, I recommend this one.

7. 1408 (Film, 2007)

Author Michael Enslin, who specializes in debunking paranormal occurrences, checks into the fabled room 1408 in the Dolphin Hotel in New York City.

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This film excels in building suspense, using minimal special effects, and relying on our main characters' isolation and psychological unraveling to create fear. While this movie isn't as overtly terrifying as other horror films, 1408 offers an eerie, slow-burn experience, blending supernatural elements with personal trauma. The film has two different endings, the theatrical version and the director's cut. I'd suggest watching both to come to the conclusion of your favorite. It's a must-watch for fans of psychological horror, and I strongly recommend this film.

8. Midsommar (Film, 2019)

A couple travels to Northern Europe to visit a rural hometown's fabled Swedish mid-summer festival. What begins as an idyllic retreat quickly devolves into an increasingly violent and bizarre competition at the hands of a pagan cult.

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This is a visually stunning and disturbing horror film set against the backdrop of a bright, idyllic Swedish village. The movie stands out for its unique approach to horror, unfolding almost entirely in daylight, creating a sense of unease through its striking visuals, unnerving atmosphere, and slow-building dread. Midsommar is a polarizing piece of media, mixing folk horror with psychological drama, and is filled with symbolism and unsettling imagery. I highly recommend this film if you're looking to be disturbed this Halloween.

9. Skinamarink (Film, 2022)

A young brother and sister wake up during the night to discover that their father is missing and that the windows, doors, and other objects in their house have vanished.

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Skinamarink is an experimental analog horror film that trades traditional narrative for a surreal, nightmarish atmosphere. Shot in grainy, low-light cinematography, the film immerses you in a disorienting and eerie world where fear of the unknown takes center stage. The film’s strength lies in its ability to evoke childhood fears, using abstract visuals and unsettling sound design to create a sense of dread. However, its unconventional approach may alienate some people who expect a clear plot or resolution. The minimal dialogue and deliberate pacing make Skinamarink more of a mood piece than a traditional horror film, relying on atmosphere over jump scares. For those willing to embrace its experimental nature, Skinamarink offers a haunting and disquieting experience that lingers long after it ends, tapping into primal fears of isolation and helplessness. For all these reasons, I highly recommend that you check out this film.

10. Heck (Short Film, 2020)

A child wakes up in the middle of the night to the sound of his mom's television blaring.

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Heck is a short film that shares a similar atmospheric approach to the creator's feature-length film Skinamarink. Like Skinamarink, it explores the feeling of being trapped in a surreal, dreamlike space. The film's minimalist aesthetic, with grainy visuals and a haunting soundscape, creates a disorienting atmosphere that leaves much to the imagination. It builds tension through its slow pacing, relying on the viewer's discomfort with the unknown rather than traditional horror tropes. For people who thought Skinamarink's runtime was excessive, Heck is a great substitute that captures the same atmosphere of the former. I highly recommend this film to people who have enjoyed Skinamarink's take on horror.

[juneberryyy]

searching for horror lovers friends!!!!! ESPECIALLY if you like found footage films omg!!! my fav films are Rec and Rec2, Marvelous, Creep and Creep 2 aaaaand Lake Mungo!!

[awellrespectedcavetroll]

Halloween marathon idea - High-Rise Horror Hijinks

Spooky movies set in apartment buildings.

Evil Dead Rise

Attack The Block

REC

[lmtyl]

Eldritch fic recs for Halloween

"Nothing But The Dead And Dying (back in my little town)" by Umei_no_Mai

DPxDC

Dan Phantom redemption

Halfa Jason Todd

Jason Todd/Original Female Halfa

Ghostly = Eldritch

Completed

"Spooky Monochrome Vigilantes Gotta Stick Together" by ayjayar

DP x Venom

Eldritch Venom Symbiote

Heavy worldbuilding/lore

Eddie becomes Team Phantom's fun uncle

Incomplete

"Things That Bleed" by artistfingers, kkachis, PerfectlyInconspicuous

DP x Alex Rider x SCP Foundation

Danny is an escaped SCP

Alex is being haunted, and hunted

Instant friends just add trauma

Incomplete

"To Hear, To See, To Smile" by JUBE514 and SalParadiseLost

DC AU

Batfam

Bruce Wayne adopts eldritch children

Heavy worldbuilding/lore

I cried reading it

Completed

[13eyond13]

Mischief Night (2014)!! It's not rlly good but it's fun imo :-P

Thank you! 🧡 I'll check it out... Never heard of it before, but I do like me some Malcolm McDowell

[thebonnevillegamepodcast]

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! If you need some ideas for a movie marathon today, all of our characters have some recs. Each of these movies takes place on Halloween or directly involves Halloween in the plot.

Minty's is Night of the Demons.

Teenagers party at an abandoned funeral parlor on Halloween night. After they hold a seance, they awaken an evil force and demonic forces keep them from leaving, turning the party into a living Hell.

Laura's favorite Halloween-set horror film. Hers is the more tongue-in-cheek WNUF Halloween Special.

A local TV personality leads a team of supernatural investigators, including an exorcist, into the darkest corners of a supposedly haunted house. The movie mimics 1990s TV flawlessly, commercials and all!

Ingrid's favorite Halloween-time horror movie is similar to Laura's. It's a British mockumentary called Ghostwatch. It's said to have a War of the Worlds effect when it first aired in 1992.

The BBC sends in a camera crew to investigate the "most haunted house in Britain," assuming it's all just a hoax. It isn't long before they realize they're really in danger. It was presented as a real documentary, even getting Michael Parkinson, Sarah Greene, her husband Mike Smith and Craig Charles to play themselves.

Bex is a fan of franchises and she thinks Halloween III gets a bad rap.

The Halloween franchise was once meant to be an anthology series until Halloween III: Season of the Witch was a flop.

Kids all over America want Silver Shamrock masks for Halloween, but Dr Daniel Challis realizes there's something sinister about them.

[hyperfixation-dumpster]

Sci-Fi Horror Films for the Spooky Season

The Blob (1958)

Steve and Jane are two teenagers who encounter a creature from space that begins attacking and eating people from their town. Best scene: In the doctor's office where he's looking in a mirror and sees something moving under a sheet. Still freaks me out to this day. 100% recommend!

The Thing (1982)

It's a classic for a reason. A group of men are trapped in an Antarctic research base with a shape-shifting alien. The practical effects and atmospheric paranoia make this one of my favorite movies. Best scene: The blood testing scene.

Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)

What the title says. There's a 50s version of this film which is good too, but the 70s one leans farther into the horror aspects of its premise. Donald Sutherland, Jeff Goldblum, Leonard Nimoy, what more could you ask for? Definitely one that'll be keeping you up at night. Best scene: The mud bath house.

Alien (1979)

Just watch it, seriously. I don't need to explain this one, just trust me. Starts out slow, but is worth it. A must-see. End then once you finish it watch Aliens (1986). Best scene: Entire third act.

Nope (2022)

A brother and sister investigate the strange happening on their horse farm. This movie blew me away and made me obsessed with Jordan Peele. Best scene: Too many to list. Watch it.

Annihilation (2018)

A group of women enter a zone that has been cut off from the world, and inside the zone DNA does some weird things. The tension is crazy high in this movie and it really makes you think while you watch, trying to understand and put pieces together. Best scene: The one in the gif, I mean come on.

The Fly (1986)

Body horror to the max when a scientist tests out his teleportation device and things go horribly awry. Not for those with a weak stomach, this film is straight up disgusting, but in the best way. Best scene: can't say without big spoilers.

The Blob (1988)

That's right, another blob movie on here! You'll never guess the plot. Practical effects, creative deaths, and a distinct 80s feel that you just can't replicate. Best scene: at the hospital.

Event Horizon (1997)

A space crew goes to investigate when a long-missing ship, the Event Horizon, shows back up after being missing for seven years. This movie did not do well upon its initial release, but found a cult following later and I'm a part of that cult, babyyy. Join us! Best scene: not really a scene, but any part where we see the recordings from the ship or they're mention because it freaks me out.

Attack the Block (2011)

Neighbors must team up when killer aliens start to invade their building. This is just a really fun movie with immaculate vibes. John Boyega stars in this and he does such a great job as an unlikely hero. Best scene: When Moses makes a run for it.

The Faculty (1998)

A school's staff are taken over by aliens intent on turning everyone in the school into one of them; a group of students fight back. This is one of my favorite comfort movies because the characters are great and the premise is tried but true. If you're having a movie night with friends or want to cuddle up with something spooky, this is your movie. Best scene: can't pick one tbh, it's all so good.

Re-Animator (1985)

Imagine Victor Frankenstein but even shittier at his job? You'll have Herbert West. Goofy B-horror from the 80s is sometimes the height of the genre. Jeffrey Combs is in this movie which is reason enough on its own to watch. Best scene: The first reanimation scene in the morgue.

[rydengg]

halloween horror movie musts 1/? - house on haunted hill (1999)

[emilyscastlevania]

If You Have Ghost was released on this day in 2013.

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