In this groundbreaking film that spawned a successful horror franchise, Saw follows two men who find themselves trapped in a deranged serial killer's twisted game with seemingly no way out. Known as Jigsaw, this deranged criminal forces his victims to make sadistic and often masochistic choices in order to survive his deadly games. As this grippy and masterful narrative unfolds, audiences will be glued to the edge of their seat as they are drawn into a bone-chilling tale of psychological terror and gut-wrenching suspense.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: James Wan
In the directorial debut of horror visionary Eli Roth, Cabin Fever follows a group of friends who unknowingly contract a flesh-eating virus during a cabin getaway, and showcases the disgusting and horrific effects of the disease. As the infection spreads, paranoia, chaos, and horrifying imagery ensue, ultimately leading to a terrifying and often confrontational fight for survival. With gnarly visuals and relentless tension, this film puts a fresh spin on the classic horror trope of isolation and paranoia.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Eli Roth
The fourth installment of the iconic slasher franchise, Scream 4, reunites the original cast of the franchise with a brand new generation of suspects and victims, masterfully continuing the series’ signature blend of satire, scares, and self-aware humor. While it may not be as highly regarded as the original film, Scream 4 has managed to garner quite the cult following in the subsequent years sense its release, as themes of social media obsession and fame in the digital age that the film tackles are prevalent now more than ever. A beautiful blend of past and present, the film breathes new life in the horror genre and the franchise as a whole.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Wes Craven
A decade after the release of the revolutionary and utterly blood curdling The Strangers, The Strangers: Prey at Night is a titillating and rather unique look at the home invasion subgenre of horror. Following a family on a road trip who are terrorized by the trio of masked psychopaths from the original film, Prey at Night manages to differentiate itself from its predecessor with stark visuals, an atmospheric score, unrelenting suspense, and levels of violence many fans simply weren’t expecting. As the stakes are raised, audiences are guaranteed to be left breathless by the brutally efficient killers.
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Johannes Roberts
In this disturbing remake of Wes Craven's 1977 classic, The Hills Have Eyes showcases a family road trip that takes a horrific and brutal turn when they become stranded in a nuclear test site inhabited by disgusting and malicious mutant cannibals. The film's brutal violence and nightmarish atmosphere push the boundaries of extreme horror for mainstream audiences, delivering a nightmarish experience that lingers in audiences’ minds long after the credits roll. A film that is not for the faint of heart, plunging into The Hills Have Eyes is one of the most deranged and disgusting efforts many horror fans can ever subject themselves to.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Alexandre Aja
A masterfully brilliant dark comedy and the fourth installment in the popular Child's Play franchise, Bride of Chucky brings back everyone's favorite murderous doll this time with an extra sharp razor wit and meta-commentary abound. Introducing the horror world to one of the most beloved characters in Chucky’s deranged bride, Tiffany, the deadly duo embarks on a bloody killing spree, driven by a love story at equally horrifying and bizarre. Maintaining the franchise's trademark blend of horror and humor, Bride of Chuck dials every conceivable dial up to eleven to deliver an unforgettable horror experience.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Ronnie Yu