Halloween comes back in January today with Friday the 13th. The superstitious holiday is sure to have people in weird moods, or maybe even looking for a scare. For horror seekers, here is a look at some of Netflix’s hidden horror gems.
1. "Would You Rather" Most people have heard of the game Would You Rather. This film takes a drastic spin as individuals who are in need of money compete in a "would you rather" competition in order to receive a large sum of money. The point of the game is to make a choice — the horrible or the unthinkable. |
2. "Human Centipede" ( 1, 2, 3) Not for the faint of heart, or those with a weak stomach. The first sequence of the trilogy involves a doctor with a gruesome plan — and two stranded women find themselves attached to the doctor's dream and each other. This is the most gory and traumatizing of the films. |
3. "Tales of Halloween" The tales told in this anthology are not a like each other. It is a different style to the tradition film, with 10 interlocking stories within one film, each showing a more traumatic Halloween night experience. |
4. "JeruZalem" A couple's vacation turns into a horrifying experience as they find themselves in the beginning of the biblical apocalypse, but it's nothing like what you’ve heard or seen before. This is not a zombie film. |
5. "Satanic" In this film, four college kids become interested in occult crime sites on their way to Coachella. The troubled teens find themselves in the middle of something that can cost them more than the trip. Much better than the "Ouiji" series films. |
6. "The Devil’s Dolls" A horror movie starring a young child never ends well. In this tale, the child’s demise lies in the hands of her detective father and the possessions of a recently deceased serial killer. The dolls on her jewelry are not at all charming. |
7. "A Haunting at Silver Falls" A trip to visit family does not go as planned. Wanting revenge on a murderer is one daunting idea — it's only worse when the deceased are seeking revenge, and using you to do it. This film is suspenseful and a thriller, and not as gory as some on the list. |
8. "Holidays" As another anthology, this film shows different holidays, each with their own twist. Folk lore and traditions come alive and they are not what you expect, and are nowhere as joyous and innocent as they seem. |
9. "Exorcisumus" This is not your typical exorcist film. A child begins to appear troubled and her parents call family for help. The priest discovers that possession is the cause, but his solution is unorthodox and everyone is in danger. This is more of a thrilling suspense than pure horror. |
10. "The Exorcism of Molly Hartley" This is the sequel to the "Haunting of Molly Hartley," which is not available on Netflix and also not a necessary viewing to watch this film. Her demons are long gone — or so she thought. Molly Hartley was possessed once before, but now the devil wants to take control. Her only hope is a priest who no longer practices with the church. |