5 Truly Terrifying Horror Movies That Will Give You Nightmares
Prepare to pull an all-nighter, as you won't be able to catch a nap after these.
No matter what is happening in the world around us, people will always seek more emotion when it comes to entertainment.
We watch movies to be invested in someone else's story: to cry, to laugh, to fall in love, and to grieve alongside our favorite characters.
But that's not all people look for in movies. Many seek adrenaline as well as emotion, and that's where horror comes in.
All very different in nature, but serving the same purpose of making the viewer feel uncomfortable, horror movies will always be the first and most obvious choice for a movie night with friends.
However, not all of them live up to expectations.
If you are looking for something that will really scare you instead of disappointing you, check out the following movies.
Rec (2007)
A truly frightening film in the found footage genre, Rec tells the story of a local Barcelona TV journalist trapped in a building with the cameraman and two firefighters who came to help a woman with an unknown illness.
The film was praised by both the public and critics, and is still going strong today.
The Descent (2005)
This movie that had people jumping out of their seats in theaters will not leave you disappointed.
A caving expedition goes horribly wrong as the explorers become trapped and eventually hunted by a strange kind of predator.
Beware of the confined spaces and think twice before watching if you're claustrophobic.
Audition (1999)
This Japanese movie tells the story of a widower who's ready to find a new partner and opens a fake audition to choose a wife from the girls who try out.
Needless to say, things go horribly wrong when he chooses the wrong woman. This movie stands out for its harsh transition from a love story to hardcore torture.
The Others (2001)
If you're looking for something a little less scary and a little more spooky, this might be for you.
It is about a woman who lives in her darkened old family home with her two light-sensitive children and becomes convinced that the house is haunted.
Viewers recall feeling uneasy for days after watching it.
Event Horizon (1997)
Event Horizon would be a perfect horror for those who love sci-fi and space as much as they love blood and gore.
It's not the scariest, and it certainly doesn't feel as real as the others, but it leaves a lasting impression.