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Top 10 List how we choose
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Amityville Horror
Based on a true story, the movie brings to life the horrors experienced by
those who lived in an old house in Amityville. The story, made into a book,
made into a movie, was first released in 1979 and starred James Brolin and
Margo Kidder. The move was then remade in 2005, when an entire family is
terrorized by demons. There were
several sequels
following the original Amityville Horror, including Amityville II: The
Possession, Amityville: A New Generation, Amityville 3-D and Amityville 4:
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Halloween
Fans of Michael Myers will want to gather up all the Halloween movies and
have a Halloween movie marathon. There are plenty to choose from in some of
the most successful sequels to ever hit the big screen. Start with the
original
Halloween, made in 1978 and starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Nancy Kyes and
Tony Moran. That movie is followed with Halloween II, Halloween III: The
Season of the Witch, Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers, Halloween 5:
The Revenge of Michael Meyers, Halloween: The Curse of Michael Meyers,
Halloween H20: Twenty Years Later, Halloween: Resurrection and Rob Zombie's
Halloween. Nine movies in all! |
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Jaws
The movie that made everyone scared to go into the ocean is a true horror
classic. Although it can still be caught on television from time to time, it
is still worth renting or buying the DVD. This is another horror film with
sequels, creating the opportunity for a movie marathon featuring the
mindless predator of the great white shark. More than 30 years later and
this movie is still popular enough to inspire a host of
Jaws
products, including games such as the
Playstation 2 Jaws Unleashed,
plush toys
that play the Jaws theme song and posters and collectibles. |
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Misery
In this psychological thriller, Annie Wilkes (played by Kathy Bates) is
author Paul Shelden's (played by James Caan) biggest and most disturbed fan.
She will stop at absolutely nothing to keep him in her home and under her
control. Kathy Bates gives a brilliant performance that will leave you
scared to even pick up a pen, much less write a book. This film was released
in 1990 and has quickly become a staple in any horror movie lover's
collection. You can still purchase the
DVD at Amazon and posters and memorabilia at
Movie Goods. |
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The Omen
Find out the meaning of 666 and why the boy Damien in this movie is truly
the most horrific creation you'll ever witness. Starring Gregory Peck and
Lee Remick, the story follows a couple who slowly come to realize that their
son is not your ordinary kid but the antichrist. This movie is a true horror
hit, with sequels and remakes. You'll find
movie posters
and DVD copies. The movie followed a series of movies about demonic
children, including Rosemary's Baby and The Exorcist. |
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Poltergeist
1982 movie starring the late Heather O'Rourke, a blonde haired actress who
rose to fame for her portrayal of Carol Anne. Craig T. Nelson and JoBeth
Williams also star in the movie. The movie was nominated for 3 Oscars.
Probably one of the most interesting things about this movie is the belief
that the movie was cursed. The
Poltergeist curse resulted in lost film time, illnesses from the stars,
set tragedies and many other frightening stories. The first movie was
followed by two sequels. |
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Prom
Night
If the 1980 movie scared you, the 2008 remake will send you hiding under
your covers. The remake stars many lesser known teen stars, but they give a
worthy performance that leaves the viewer on the edge of his theater seat.
This movie isn't for the weak stomached as it has a blood, gore and gripping
moments and isn't appropriate for young children. But if you like a good
scare, then grab the
DVD release of this movie and compare it to the 1980 version for a night
packed with teen horror. You'll even find
Prom
Night Halloween costumes. |
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Psycho
1960 movie starring Anthony Perkins is a true testimony to Alfred
Hitchcock's filmmaking genius. The introduction of this film paved the way
for many other horror classics, such as Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Hotel
Hell. It is often seen as the beginning of the cheap and gory slasher film
genre. You'll find many
reviews
and sites dedicated to this movie.
Janet Leigh,
playing the part of Marion Crane gives the memorable shower scene shot where
she is slashed to death and her blood drains down the tub drain. |
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The Shining
The late Stanley Kubrick turned
Stephen King's story into a blockbuster hit that almost 30 years later
still has the power to terrify anyone even thinking of staying the night at
an out of the way inn or old hotel. Following the tradition of The Exorcist
and The Omen, The Shining takes a new look at demonic activity on a larger
scale and demon possession. You'll even find
YouTube
clips of some of the more memorable scenes, such as the hallway scene
and the "Here's Johnny" scene. |
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Silence
of the Lambs
Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins star is this spine tingling psychological
thriller about serial killers and the twisted ways they think. The movie is
based upon a book by the same name by author
Thomas Harris. Hannibal Lecter is arguably one of the best known horror
villains of all time. He's been immortalized in everything from Halloween
costumes to computer screensavers. There are many
memorable quotes from the movie, such as FBI agent Clarice Starling
saying "They don't have a name for what he is." |
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