Us
Adelaide returns with her husband and children to her childhood home for summer vacation. Four masked strangers knock on the door.
Nightmares
Welcome to Nightmares, the column that will guide you through the darkest and most disturbing paths of horror cinema. We will take you on a journey to discover films that have terrified audiences and left an indelible mark on the history of the genre. From classic horror legends to the most innovative and disturbing films, Nightmares will explore the themes, techniques, and monsters that populate the horror imagination. Whether it’s slashers, psychological thrillers, supernatural horrors, or supernatural thrillers, it will be a journey into the heart of fear, an opportunity to analyze not only the plot and characters but also the artistic nuances and deeper reflections hidden behind each cinematic nightmare.
Get ready to relive intense emotions, to be scared, and to reflect on how cinema can manipulate our deepest fears. In Nightmares, every film is a door to a world where terror is real, and where every night can turn into an unforgettable nightmare.
Ghostland
A mother and her two daughters inherit a house full of unsettling dolls. Upon arriving at the location, they endure a brutal attack.
The Exorcism of Emily Rose
A lawyer defends Father Moore, accused of Emily Rose’s death following a failed exorcism.
Insidious
The eldest son of the Lambert couple falls into an unexplained coma. Shortly after, supernatural events begin to manifest in the house.
Gothika
The brilliant Dr. Miranda Grey finds herself in one of the cells of the hospital where she works, accused of murdering her husband.
The Most Terrifying Dolls of All Time
When it comes to horror, killer dolls hold a special place in our nightmares. These seemingly harmless toys have a long cinematic history, transforming into icons of terror. From dolls possessed by evil spirits to those controlled by twisted minds, here’s the definitive list of the 10 most terrifying dolls in horror film history.
Child’s Play and the Icon Chucky
“Child’s Play” and the Icon Chucky, released in 1988 and directed by Tom Holland, is a film that has profoundly impacted collective imagination and the horror genre. At the center of the story is Chucky, a doll that has become one of the most recognizable icons of horror cinema, alongside figures like Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, and Michael Myers. “Child’s Play” not only spawned one of the longest-running and beloved horror franchises but also redefined the concept of the cursed doll, introducing a character that has terrified generations of viewers.
Dead Silence and its Ventriloquist
Dead Silence is a horror film from 2007 directed by James Wan, already known for creating the “Saw” franchise. With “Dead Silence,” Wan explores another of humanity’s deepest and most ingrained fears: the unease provoked by dolls and ventriloquist puppets.
Blade the Leader in Puppet Master
Puppet Master”, a 1989 horror film directed by David Schmoeller, is one of the pillars of 80s genre cinema, capable of creating one of the longest-running and most iconic horror franchises. Produced by Charles Band’s Full Moon Features, the film launched a series that would generate numerous sequels, spin-offs, and a passionate fanbase.
Brahms is “The Boy”
Brahms is “The Boy,” a 2016 horror film directed by William Brent Bell, distinguished by its unsettling atmosphere and psychological tension, offering an intriguing twist on the cursed doll theme. At the center of the story is Brahms, an eerie porcelain doll that becomes the focus of a chilling mystery. With its blend of suspense, plot twists, and a surprising finale, “The Boy” has earned a prominent place in the landscape of contemporary horror cinema.