“Blink Twice” marks the directorial debut of Zoë Kravitz, best known for her acting career. In this psychological thriller, Kravitz explores the dark sides of power dynamics, privilege, and human nature, crafting a film that tackles complex and unsettling themes.
The Beasts of Horror: The Role of Animals in Horror Films
Animals in horror films play a fundamental role in creating unsettling and frightening atmospheres. Whether they are ferocious predators, supernatural creatures, or seemingly harmless animals that turn into lethal threats, their presence amplifies terror and anxiety in the viewer.
Cars in Horror
Cars in horror films play a fascinating and multifaceted role, often becoming stars as much as the human actors.
Let the Right One In
A twelve-year-old boy falls in love with a vampire girl in the suburbs of Stockholm, amid violence and murder.
8 MM
8mm – A Murder in Red Light is a 1999 film directed by Joel Schumacher, known for its dark and disturbing tone. The film tackles deep and controversial themes, taking viewers on a chilling journey through the sordid world of pornography and crime. With a star-studded cast led by Nicolas Cage, the film is a powerful exploration of morbid curiosity and moral degradation.
Kuyang
The story of Kuyang revolves around Bimo, a civil service candidate assigned to a remote village on the island of Borneo. Bimo is accompanied by his pregnant wife, Sriatun. From the moment they arrive, the village is shaken by a series of strange and unsettling events.
The Bride
The film follows the story of a young couple, Vanya (Vyacheslav Chepurchenko) and Masha (Viktoriya Agalakova), who become involved in disturbing supernatural events after going to Vanya’s parents’ home for their wedding.
Baba Yaga – Nightmare in the Dark Forest
directed by Svyatoslav Podgayevskiy, is a Russian horror film that revisits the Slavic witch myth of Baba Yaga, bringing Russian folklore into a modern and unsettling narrative. This film stands out for its ability to combine traditional folklore elements with contemporary horror cinema, creating a story that is both terrifying and deeply rooted in Russian culture.
A Quiet Place
“A Quiet Place” is a horror and thriller film directed by John Krasinski, released in 2018. The film received great critical and public acclaim for its innovative plot and masterful use of sound.
Kaali Khuhi
“Kaali Khuhi,” translated as “The Black Well,” is a 2020 Indian horror drama film directed by Terrie Samundra. The film, which premiered on Netflix, is a haunting tale set in rural Punjab that explores the dark and often disturbing traditions of the region. It is a story that combines supernatural elements with social commentary, focusing particularly on the issue of female infanticide.