After seeing what the best horror movies of 2023 have to offer, Horror Fans knew 2024 had his work cut out for him. Fortunately for audiences, the follow-up year delivered in surprising ways, whether through never-before-seen locales, stunning performances, extreme gore, hilarity and some of the best kills on the big (or small) screen. . Prequels to established franchises and stories that took big swings paid off for the most part, and indie horror continued to prove itself as important to the genre as mainstream movies.
With the taste in the genre different for each viewer, the horror movies span all kinds of flavors, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy. It’s too early to decide whether these films will ever rank among the best horror movies of all time, but they certainly made the cut for the must-see horror movies of 2024 so far.
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In a violent nature
The indie horror was a hit for IFC Films
In a violent nature Brilliantly subverts horror expectations by not only centering most of the film’s perspective from the killer’s point of view, but doing so in a way audiences have never really seen before. Horror movies like American Psycho And The house that Jack built Are among a few selected where viewers follow the killer acting as the main character of the film. What sets In a violent nature The difference is that this is a silent slash that takes the dial of the story; Viewers have no choice but to follow his steady footsteps and relentless brutality without monologues or justifications.
The result is a raw, increasingly suspenseful and clever narrative. Johnny, the undead killer, wants only one thing in the movie: to recover his dead mother’s necklace that was stolen from his grave and to take bloody revenge on those who stole it. The premise is simple and effective, and works well within classic slasher tropes specifically inspired by Jason Voorhees in Friday the 13th. The moments where the camera focuses instead on Johnny’s victims only increase the tension because the audience never forgets that Johnny is only feet away, watching and waiting.
For the most part, The Gore isn’t about shock and awe, but instead makes viewers experience the pure rage driving the slasher. ,
Every kill of In a violent nature is a satisfying masterclass in the use of prosthetics and ingenuity. One of the most interesting aspects of the violence of this movie is not only the gore, but that the scenes are not gruesome just for the sake of being over-the-top violent. Johnny is an angry, vengeful spirit Which still has a little child-like qualities. For the most part, The Gore isn’t about shock and awe, but instead makes viewers experience the pure rage driving the slasher. In a violent nature s The ending is the cherry on top of this memorable, haunting film.
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Immaculate
Sidney Sweeney directed and produced the film
Immaculate is arguably Sidney Sweeney’s best role yet. She plays the pious Sister Cecilia, who goes to an Italian convent, which she will now call home. Unfortunately for her, Cecilia doesn’t know about the nun who tries to escape at the beginning of the film and her leg is viciously snapped or Father Sal Tedeschi’s (Álvaro Morte) evil plans. Within time, Cecilia finds herself pregnant by immaculate conception and supposedly carrying the new savior. She quickly realizes that the convent is not holy and becomes trapped within its insidious walls before taking extreme measures to escape.
The true horror of Immaculate lies in such pious people distorting their religious faith in terrible and harmful ways; A real demon is not needed for this story to scare audiences.
The film smartly ties the big reveal about how Cecilia is impregnated to science and man’s hubris instead of a supernatural explanation. The true horror of Immaculate lies in such pious people distorting their religious faith in terrible and harmful ways; A real demon is not needed for this story to scare audiences. Some viewers may hesitate to admit that uncomfortable s Shocking ending is also the most appropriate to close Cecilia’s on-screen journey. She begins the story in a peaceful and hopeful place, only to be forced to end it bloody, violent, and angry.
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Abigail
Alisha Weir is a convincing ballerina vampire
Abigail is the most entertaining horror movie of 2024 Overall. It features a strong ensemble led by Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens and Alisha Weir, with each cast member executing their roles perfectly. A group of criminals believe they’re in for a big payday after kidnapping a young girl, but their easy babysitting gig turns into a nightmare when it’s revealed that the titularly named Abigail is actually a vampire. The night becomes an all-out battle for survival as the group desperately tries to live long enough for the sun to rise; Even then, escape is unlikely.
Even these Abigail Soundtrack provides a thrilling atmosphere in addition to the movie’s mostly single-location setting in the vampire’s gorgeous but creepy mansion.
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Loosely inspired by 1936s Dracula’s daughterThe film offers multiple twists, plenty of scares, bloody kills, and laugh-out-loud moments. Even these Abigail Soundtrack provides a thrilling atmosphere in addition to the movie’s mostly single-location setting in the vampire’s gorgeous but creepy mansion. Kevin Durand lights up the screen as Peter, the crew’s muscle and the movie’s pitch-perfect comic relief, followed closely by Kathryn Newton. Abigail is endlessly rewatchable And remains a strong contender for the most fun viewers will have watching a horror movie.
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Cuckoo
Hunter Schafer’s cuckoo performance makes her a certified scream queen
2024s Cuckoo is another one of the best horror movies of the year, with it standing out from the crowd when it comes to its story, visuals and tone. The horror film is set in a resort in the German AlpsWith it moving away from the creepy mansions and abandoned space stations that have been seen in many of the year’s other horror films. On top of that, the tone of Cuckoo is completely unique, with its music and visuals giving this haunting film an almost relaxing tone.
Cuckoo Introduces a new type or horror movie monster not seen before
Hunter Schafer and Dan Stevens Cuckoo Performances are absolutely fantastic, with their characters being the most memorable part of the film. On top of that Cuckoo Introduces a new type or horror movie monster that has not been seen before, with its reveal being unnecessary and terrifying.
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Alien: Romulus
One of the scariest movies of the franchise yet
Another string of not-so-great ones Alien films, Almost no one expected 2024 Alien: Romulus To be one of the best blockbusters of the year. however, Alien: Romulus eventually became a massive hit, with it garnering overwhelming critical praise. This film is one of the few Alien Sequels to recapture the atmosphere of Ridley Scott’s original, with it being the first Alien Film in a long time that is truly scary.
Alien: Romulus‘ Cast is incredible, especially Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson
however, Alien: Romulus has a lot more to offer than just its scares. Alien: RomulusThe cast is incredible, especially Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson, and the visuals are absolutely gorgeous. Alien: Romulus is probably the best foreign film ever AliensShowing just how good the franchise revival is.
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The first omen
The Omen prequel explores Damien’s birth
The first omen is a great example of a prequel to a classic horror franchise done right. Set right before the beginning of the 1976s The omenThe movie tells the story of Margaret (Nell Tiger Free), who finds herself in Rome ready to take the veil in the service of the Catholic Church. After meeting a troubled girl named Carlita (Nicole Sorace), Margaret is contacted by Father Brennan (Ralph Inson) telling her of a dark conspiracy by this particular religious sect. As insidious events and horrific hallucinations plague Margaret, she discovers the truth behind the church’s evil plans.
There are fun Easter eggs in there The first omen Beyond the presence of Father Brennan, such as a callback to the “it’s all for you” scene in the original film
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The prequel stays firmly in the tone established by the rest of the The omen Franchise. In addition, there are fun Easter eggs The first omen Beyond the presence of Father Brennan, such as a recall to the “it’s all for you” scene in the original film. In telling A story that directly leads into The omenThe filmmakers smartly ensured the movie respected continuity as much as possible. That said, they play a bit loose in a couple of aspects, but the most important one is cleverly explained in a way that doesn’t destroy what audiences know about Damien’s origin story.
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I saw the TV glow
A surreal coming of age tale
I saw the TV glow is the most surreal horror drama of 2024 And possibly the most important. Written and directed by Jane Schoenbrun, previously best known for We all go to the world’s fairThe movie centers on Owen (Justice Smith) and his friend Maddie (Brigette Lundy-Paine). After Maddie introduces Owen to a horror-mystery series called The pink opaqueHe becomes increasingly obsessed with the show, and his reality begins to blur. The cancellation of The pink opaque threatens to shatter Owen’s reality completely, and that’s just the beginning of the movie’s coming-of-age story.
As Owen’s journey plays out, the theme of self-discovery and acceptance as a young adult burrows into the narrative.
like I saw the TV glow Exploring the film’s deeper meanings of identity, escapism, childhood obsessions and the queer experience, Smith shines in a raw, emotional performance. As Owen’s journey plays out, the theme of self-discovery and acceptance as a young adult burrows into the narrative, and Smith executes Owen’s experience skillfully. The end of the movie promises the potential closing of one chapter and a hopeful opening of another; Articles told in surreal environments Schoenbrun excels at.
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Late night with the devil
Late night with the devil Earned the metaphorical award for the most ingenious premise of 2024. The film is set up as a found-footage documentary of sorts, only it happens to be a recorded taping of a 1970s late-night talk show hosted by Jack Delroy (David Dastmalchian). This particular episode finds Jack desperately trying to earn high enough viewers to keep his show on the air. His idea is to dedicate the hour to an all-Halloween-themed episode, including communicating with the Devil, who may be possessing a young girl. To say the plan blows up in Jack’s face is putting it lightly.
As the movie ramps up and the tension builds, Late night with the devil It takes its time exploring the timeless argument of skepticism versus belief, grounding the story in a sense of reality.
Dastmalkhian’s performance proved him to be a major actorEspecially in the Horror genre. All eyes are on him almost constantly, and he carries the weight effortlessly. As the movie ramps up and the tension builds, Late night with the devil It takes its time exploring the timeless argument of skepticism versus belief, grounding the story in a sense of reality. Jack’s story, the loss of his wife, and the background of the possessed girl, Lily (Ingrid Torley), gives the film substance as the story heads into a brutal third act that ends in the only way it should have.
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Long legs
One of the most mysterious horror films of the year also has an incredibly mysterious marketing campaign, with this being Long legs. Long legs Trailers and marketing materials leading to the film immediately gained a lot of intrigue, with many eagerly waiting to see how the titular killer of Nicolas Cage looked like. Fortunately, when the film was released, it lived up to the hype.
Oz Perkins’ horror thriller is one of the director’s most popular movies, featuring a career-best performance from Maika Monroe and some of the best scares of 2024.
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The Silence of the lambs Inspired thriller was immensely popular upon its release, with it being a critical and box office success. Oz Perkins’ horror thriller is one of the director’s most popular moviesWith it featuring a career best performance from Maika Monroe and some of the best scares of 2024.
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The substance
Coralie Fargeat’s award-winning horror masterpiece
One of the most surprising films of 2024 is The substanceWith many claiming it to be the best horror film of the year. The movie is directed by Elisabeth Sparkle, An aging fitness instructor discovers a serum that promises to make her perfect.. However, after breaking the rules, she quickly discovers that the substance has some terrible side effects.
The score and performances by Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley are some of the best of 2024
The substance is not only one of the best horror movies of the year, but also one of the best movies of the year. The film won Best Screenplay at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, but the writing is not the only good part of the film. The score and performances by Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley in The substance are some of the best of 2024, and the cinematography and visual effects are absolutely fantastic. The substanceThe use of body horror and gore to explore its themes is one of the best examples of using horror to explore feminist themes in years, making it the best Horror Movie of 2024.