Synopsis: F.W. Murnau’s film, ‘Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror’ (1922) is an iconic piece in the horror genre, especially for German Expressionist cinema. Starring Max Schreck in the non-licensed Dracula adaptation, the film is surrounded by legal disputes due to Bram Stoker’s novel serving as the source of his horror. Despite these controversies, ‘Nosferatu’ is […]
Memandi Jenazah (The Corpse Washer), an upcoming horror film from Indonesia set to be released in 2024, is one of the very few Indonesian films that is not only set to transcend cultural boundaries but link tradition with deep themes of grief and spiritually induced horror. While the film does cope with these themes, it
The eerie mirror of human existence Soileau Lewis constructs from popular science fiction films is at once horrifying & claustrophobic. The space horror film Alien released in 1979 showed humanity’s deepest fear of the “other” and had a profound impact on the genre for decades to come. It was later given action elements, with sequel
Against the backdrop of horror sequels and domestic dramas, Imaginary Fidelity stands out as a unique blend of psychological thriller and emotion fueled drama, topped off with slow-burning flames of horror. It is the tale of a woman struggling with the supernatural as well as the raw reality of betrayal, and intimacy while simultaneously experiencing
The world of horror films is rapidly changing with time, but there are some movies that stand apart and capture the attention of the audience. One of them is Smile, which introduced viewers to the mix of psychological horror and supernatural elements in 2022. The film was so successful that it led to a sequel,
Bagman is a dark, politically nuanced thriller about the heaviness of secrets, the all-consuming power of corruption, and the tenuousness of truth in a false reality. The movie captures the audience’s attention with it’s puzzling and morally grey premise which draws the audience to the worrying depths of power where allegiance is a commodity and
Vacations are typically associated with fun, family gatherings, and warmth—but not in the case of Do You See What I See, a horror movie that substitutes festive joy with suspenseful tension and frightening surprises. The movie intricately intertwines the celebration of Christmas with dark psychological horror, thus creating an unmatched place within the genre that
The French-language thriller, Survive, directed by Frédéric Jardin and slated for release in 2024, depicts a family wrestling with the aftermath of a global catastrophe and the ever-present dangers of nature, time, and terrible beasts. Survive incorporates the emotional depth of a family drama and the tension of a disaster-themed movie, resulting in a stunning
With “Black,” the South Indian cinema industry has dived headfirst into genre mixing with this 2024 Tamil science fiction psychological thriller that encompasses horror, emotional drama, and even metaphysical elements. It is directed by KG. Balasubramani, and it features Jiiva and Priya Bhavani Shankar in the leading roles. Black is highly symbolic and mysterious, thus
One of the boldest fears from the 2024 horror cinema comes from ‘Longlegs’ which is a psychological thriller that incorporates fear and mystery along with supernatural elements within its fabric. The film was written and directed by Osgood Perkins and starring Maika Monroe and Nicolas Cage. This film is not just about a serial killer;
