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| Midsommar (2019) - Image Courtesy - A24, Alien (1979) - Image Courtesy - 20th Century Studios, Psycho (1960) - Image Courtesy - Paramount Pictures, and Us (2019) - Image Courtesy - Universal Pictures |
These horror movies have explored the various sub-genres of horror brilliantly without the use of ghosts, which makes them more interesting to watch.
Whenever we talk about horror movies, the things that come to our mind first are ghosts, some jump scare scenes, and paranormal activities. Horror is a vast genre, ranging from creepiness to suspenseful stories. Imagine an alien or zombie invention, or maybe a serial killer breaking into your house. These incidents are also scary which brings out the true essence of horror in films.
Some movies focus more on the character or the storyline than introducing random jumpscares in the scenes. They avoid paranormal horror and introduce you to the sub-genres of horror like psychological horror, folk horror, sci-fi horror, and many more. If one is dead tired of seeing ghosts, here is the time to explore and feel the actual spine-thrilling experiences through these films.
#10 - Alien (1979)
Extraterrestrial life attacks a space merchant vessel, Nostromo, after receiving an unknown signal. The spacecraft Earth with a seven-member crew faces this horrific attack.
The movie, Alien from the 1970s by Ridley Scott, has successfully created a slow and suspense environment to let the plot build up. It remains one of the best sci-fi horror classics of all time. The touch of mystery, suspense, and sheer 'alienness' of the movie make it a perfect fit for a scream session.
#9 - Don’t Breathe (2016)
The horror movie from 2016, starring stars Jane Levy, Dylan Minnette, and Daniel Zovatto, can make anyone have an excellent nail-biting session. The trio makes money by breaking into people’s shelters and stealing valuables.
They decide to enter a nearby house of a Gulf War veteran, Norman, who is blind. They plan to steal his money, but find themselves in big trouble.
#8 - Hush (2016)
A perfect slasher movie for thrill-seeking moviegoers. Ever imagined someone stalking you by stealing your phone and sending pictures of you after clicking secretly? The film is going to make you experience this.
Maddie Young, a deaf and a horror writer, is targeted by a serial killer. It becomes interestingly horrifying when a masked serial killer sets out to kill Maddie, and she struggles to survive.
#7 - The Visit (2015)
Becca and Tyle, who visit their grandparents as their mom goes on vacation, have a creepy experience with them. Becca and Tyle have never seen them before due to family disagreements for a long time.
The grandparents’ behaviour turns out to be strange and terrifying, which later results in a massive twist in the end.
#6 - Us (2019)
A 2019 horror film by Jordan Peele will remind you of The Strangers (2008). Many doubted the crafting of the horror movie, as it was made by Jordan Peele, who came from a comedy background. Guess what? He got three more horror movies lined Wendell and Wild, Candyman, and Abruptio.
Strange figures in red appear when a family goes on a vacation. Later they turn out the exact lookalikes of the family members who are trying to attack them. The suspense in the storyline keeps the audience engaged.
#5 - The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
It is a brilliant adaptation of Thomas Harris' 1988 novel. Clarice Starling, a young FBI agent, hunts for a cannibalistic serial killer with the nickname 'Buffalo Bill.’ She seeks advice from Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a former forensic psychiatrist who turned out to be a serial killer, who eats his victims. On the other hand, Lecter tries to escape the high-security prison by manipulating her.
The movie is blended perfectly with gore and thrilling scenes.
#4 - Psycho (1960)
Alfred Hitchcock is known for his experiment with the psychological horror genre in his films, giving everyone an essence of chills and thrills. The 1960 movie will make you have a rollercoaster ride with anxiety and fear.
Marion Crane drops down at Bates Motel to hide the stolen money and gets to meet Norman Bates there. That’s how the story takes a turn with a lot of twists in the end.
#3 - Train to Busan (2016)
After several films made on zombies, Train to Busan by Yeon Sang-ho remains the best. The Korean 2016 movie revolves around Seok-woo, his daughter, and a set of passengers trapped in a train, trying to survive the zombie attack in South Korea.
If you are a big fan of zombie movies, Train to Busan remains one of the best recommendations for you.
#2 - The Lighthouse (2019)
Everything in The Lighthouse is mesmerizing yet frightening, which will make you remember Hitchcock. The 2019 Robert Eggers film starring Robert Pattinson has an 1890s look to it with a black-and-white, and 1.19 aspect ratio.
It takes Ephraim Winslow and Thomas Wake to a mysterious and isolated island in New England, and they have a haunting experience.
#1 - Midsommar (2019)
Midsommar explores the subgenre of horror - folk horror. The scenes are colourful yet so dark and deadly. The film by Ari Aster, who has also got another brilliant horror film, Hereditary (2019) in the list, has brilliantly turned the beautiful scenes into nightmares for the viewers.
Dani Ardor and Christian Hughes, who face problems in their relationship, go on a trip to Pelle's ancestral commune in Hårga, Sweden, for a midsummer celebration. But, nobody knew that the trip would turn into a beautiful horror.
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