It’s horror movie season witches.
So, that can only mean one thing; a watchlist. There are not enough hours in the month to consume all the spooky content. But who says we can’t try?
1. Child’s Play: Is there anything creepier than a possessed doll? Especially, when it’s the soul of a serial killer embodying cheap plastic to continue his murder streak. This is one of those franchises that has been done over and over again. But which horror franchise hasn’t? To be completely honest, it’s been done so many times you don’t need to see the film to get the creepy concept. However, it’s a cult classic and the original just might be worth it. Friday night? You, the couch, and the soul of Charles Lee Ray. Don’t forget the popcorn!
2. Texas Chainsaw Massacre: Another classic 70s horror turned franchise. Don’t let that deter you! The once-banned film mixes unadulterated violence with bits of phycological torture and a side of cannibalism. Who knew a forced invitation to dinner meant you were the main course?
3. A Nightmare on Elm Street: The nightmare that sparked a franchise of nightmares, but again nothing beats the original. A killer invading and murdering in your dreams. This is two below possessed dolls and just above sketchy woods. How many times were you told “it’s just a nightmare” growing up? It can’t hurt you. Not with Freddy prowling around in a bladed glove. So, keep the lights on and don’t fall asleep while you watch. You don’t want to be next!
4. Friday the 13th: Better known as the reason not to attend summer camp. A lesson no one learned since this flick started the franchise. Just imagine, you’re attending a summer camp that’s been closed for 22 years. Before closing a young boy drowned in the lake and two counselors were mysteriously murdered the following year. Was it revenge? Now one by one you and all your counselor friends are being killed off. Would you ever attend camp again? That is if you survive of course.
5. Freddy vs. Jason: Some flicks should never be franchised, but here we are. What is a franchise without some sort of crossover? Two antagonists, one universe, who will win? Place your bets before the showing.
6. Halloween: The classic of all classics. The epitomy of 70s horror that ignited a franchise centered around one man: Michael Myers. Before there was internet stalking you were stalked in the streets. Danger hiding in abandoned houses and around every corner. Once he spots you, he won’t let you go. Just ask Laurie Strode.
7. Halloween 2018: The 11th flick in the franchise and a direct sequel to the first Halloween. Laurie is back and so is Michael. He’s been locked away for 40 years, but he hasn’t forgotten. Traumatized by their initial meeting, Laurie isn’t going down without a fight. Armed and dangerous, he’s coming for you. Don’t forget to lock your doors. You never know where he might be hiding out.
8. Saw: Also known as the franchise that should have been a trilogy. Would you like to play a game? A sick minded man hiding behind a freakish dummy might be tied with the possessed child’s toy. Just seeing it pedal around on its little tricycle with its mocking tone is enough to make your skin crawl. It’s also enough to make you swear of games of any kind. Gives fighting to the death a whole new meaning.
9. Rosemary’s Baby: The oldest classic on this list. A horror flick filled with Satanic tropes. After a real nightmare with a demonic creature and a naked audience of neighbors, Rosemary is with a child. It’s all downhill from there. Rosemary should have vacated Bramford when she had the chance.
10. Scream: The 90s flick that inspired a franchise of parodies as well as a franchise for itself. The reason you never pick-up an unknown number. Flirting turns to threatening almost as quick as saying ‘hello.’ Taunting through calls a killer is on the loose and no one knows who it is. One teen is in his sights, but it’s never just one is it. Masked and ready to attack, he’ll find you. Will you answer his call?
Can you think of a better way to spend your nights this month? Think about it; curled comfortably into a blanket, the lights are off, and on the screen is one of the movies from above. Are you brave enough to watch alone?
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