Top 10 Most Noteworthy Horror Films of Fall 2018

Slender Man (also known as 'The Faceless One') is a horror film based on a chilling and eerie character that became famous within the creepypasta community. According to the legend, Slender Man is a mysterious, ghostly entity with a tall, thin figure, a featureless face, wearing a suit, and possessing tentacle-like appendages. He is said to appear unexpectedly in photos or stories shared by his 'victims' who encounter him in isolated forests. It is rumored that Slender Man has the power to control minds, driving its victims to madness. This terrifying figure has haunted many in America, and now this creepypasta story is adapted into a feature film.

DETAILS

Production Company: Sony Pictures

Genre: Horror, Suspense, Supernatural

Director: Sylvain White

Starring: Javier Botet, Joey King, Julia Goldani Telles

Release Date: August 10, 2018

Overlord (translated as 'The Overlord') is a rather unique film and the only zombie-themed movie in the Top 10 Horror Films to Watch This Fall 2018. The story follows a group of American soldiers landing on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day during World War II. Once there, they are ambushed and discover that the entire Nazi army has been turned into bloodthirsty zombies. The screenplay for this film was written by Billy Ray, the Oscar-nominated writer of 'Captain Phillips' and the screenwriter behind 'The Hunger Games,' so we can expect Overlord to be an engaging and intense film.

DETAILS

Production Company: Paramount

Genre: Action, Horror, Zombie

Director: Julius Avery

Starring: Wyatt Russell, Bokeem Woodbine, Pilou Asbæk

Release Date: November 9, 2018

Down a Dark Hall (translated as 'The Dark Corridor') is a horror film adapted from the famous Gothic novel by Lois Duncan. The story follows a young girl sent to a boarding school by her mother. Once there, she is warned not to wander through the maze-like corridors of the school at night, but she and her friends ignore the advice. They venture through the mysterious hallways and uncover ancient, hidden secrets.

Arguably the most critically acclaimed film in the Top 10 Must-See Horror Films of Fall 2018 is Searching. Shot entirely using screen capture, with characters communicating via Skype chat, Searching has even been praised more than the two Unfriended films. With a 7.1 rating on IMDb, 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 77 on Metacritic, the film stands out not only as a horror movie but also as an exceptional psychological thriller with a tightly woven plot. The film centers around a father trying to track down his missing daughter by combing through her online history, including chat logs, web browsing, and social media accounts. As the search progresses, unsettling details about the case begin to emerge, shocking even the father himself.

DETAILS

Production Company: Sony Pictures

Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Director: Aneesh Chaganty

Starring: John Cho, Debra Messing, Joseph Lee

Release Date: August 31, 2018

Following the success of the uniquely presented horror film, Unfriended, Unfriended: Dark Web serves as the thrilling sequel. The film maintains the original format, where characters interact through Skype video chats. In this second installment, a group of friends discovers that one of them has found a laptop left behind by someone. They decide to explore the device and uncover a series of folders leading to the 'dark web'—a dangerous and hidden part of the internet where illegal activities such as drug trade, assassin hiring, and hacking are rampant. Soon after, they receive an anonymous warning, becoming the targets of ruthless hackers worldwide.

Boar is a terrifying horror movie centered around a monstrous, savage creature disguised as a wild boar in the Australian outback. Anyone who ventures into this desolate land must face this bloodthirsty beast, and they will experience unimaginable terror under its immense strength and razor-sharp tusks.

Summer of 84 is a horror film set in the summer of 1984, where a group of 15-year-old friends embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious disappearances in their town. As they dig deeper, they suspect their neighbor may be the infamous serial killer responsible. The chilling adventure unfolds as they get closer to the terrifying truth. The film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival and received positive reviews for its eerie atmosphere and homage to 80s Hollywood horror.

The latest installment in the acclaimed "The Conjuring" cinematic universe, The Nun delves into the origins of the malevolent spirit Valak, who previously appeared in "The Conjuring 2." Set in the medieval period, the film explores the terrifying history surrounding this demonic entity. Described by the producers as the darkest chapter before the events of "The Conjuring" and "Annabelle," The Nun is a must-watch entry in the top horror films of 2018.

Halloween (also known as Halloween: The Deadly Festival) is a horror movie reboot of the iconic 1978 classic. It's widely regarded as the ultimate must-watch horror film for the spooky season. The movie marks the return of Michael Myers, the infamous serial killer who has terrified audiences for decades. The film's producers describe it as 'the return of Michael Myers after the Halloween celebration 40 years ago.' This is no coincidence, as the original 1978 film was released exactly 40 years prior to this new version.

Suspiria is a remake of the 1977 horror classic directed by Dario Argento, often regarded as one of the most iconic films in the genre. The story follows a beautiful young woman who enrolls at a ballet academy in a remote part of Germany. Upon her arrival, she begins to experience strange and eerie occurrences and uncovers a secret society behind the sinister events. As the mystery deepens, unsettling and horrific things begin to unfold. Suspiria premiered to great acclaim at the Venice Film Festival and was nominated for 'Best Film'. The film was so intense that a scene previewed at CinemaCon reportedly caused over 3,000 viewers to leave, unable to withstand the terrifying visuals. Directed by Italian filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, best known for 'Call Me by Your Name', this film brings a chilling, artistic approach to horror.

DETAILS

Production Studio: Amazon Studios

Genre: Horror, Mystery, Chilling

Director: Luca Guadagnino

Stars: Dakota Johnson, Tilda Swinton, Mia Goth

Release Date: 02.11.2018