Bone-Chilling Classics That Defined 20th Century Horror, Ranked
These movies are arguably the best horrors of the 20th century.
Reddit's cinephiles watched over 300 horror movies of the 20th century and shared their results. We are going to take a look at the top five of them.
5. The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a cult classic musical horror film that was released in 1975.
Initially, The Rocky Horror Picture Show was not a commercial success, but it gradually gained a devoted following.
The film's cultural impact is significant, inspiring countless fan clubs, annual conventions, and stage productions around the world.
4. The Devil-Doll (1936)
The film follows Paul Lavond, who is wrongly imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. After escaping, he sets out on a mission of revenge against the three people responsible for his false conviction.
While not as well-known as some of Tod Browning's other works, such as Dracula and Freaks, The Devil-Doll remains a notable entry in the horror genre of the 1930s.
3. The Thing (1982)
Directed by John Carpenter, The Thing is a science fiction horror film from 1982. Taking place in Antarctica, the movie follows a team of American scientists who come across an extraterrestrial organism with the ability to mimic any living creature.
As paranoia and mistrust escalate, the researchers must survive and identify who among them is the alien. The film is saturated with its intense atmosphere, practical special effects, and suspenseful storyline.
2. Ring (1998)
The cult classic movie, Ring, centers around a cursed videotape that brings about death to anyone who views its contents.
The narrative follows a journalist who undertakes an investigation into the tape after her niece and other teenagers meet mysterious deaths.
The movie received praise for its hauntingly atmospheric horror, unsettling visuals, and captivating storytelling.
The success of Ring played a significant role in popularizing J-horror (Japanese horror) and left a lasting impact on the horror genre worldwide.
1. Dead of Night (1945)
The British anthology horror film, Dead of Night is widely regarded as a classic of the genre and one of the most influential horror films of its time.
Dead of Night is particularly remembered for its atmospheric cinematography, effective use of lighting and shadows, and its psychological and supernatural themes.
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