Directed by Jordan Peele
A masterful blend of horror and social commentary, Get Out critiques racism and privilege through psychological terror.
Directed by Jennifer Kent
The Babadook uses a haunting figure to represent grief and trauma. It explores how unchecked grief can consume a person.
Directed by John Krasinski
In a world of silence, A Quiet Place focuses on family, survival, and the sacrifices parents make to protect their children.
Directed by David Robert Mitchell
It Follows presents a supernatural curse as a metaphor for sexual guilt and trauma, showing how past mistakes can haunt and shape future behavior.
Directed by Tomas Alfredson
This unique vampire film explores loneliness and bullying. It tells the story of a young boy finding friendship in a outcast girl.
Directed by Babak Anvari
Set during the Iran-Iraq War, this film blends supernatural terror with a critique of gender oppression in post-revolutionary Iran.
Directed by Robert Eggers
The Lighthouse explores isolation and toxic masculinity. As two men face madness, the film delves into the fragility of the human mind.
Directed by Leigh Whannell
A modern take on the classic, The film critiques domestic abuse and gaslighting, showing the terrifying psychological toll on the victim.
Directed by Danny and Michael Philippou
Blending supernatural horror with real-world issues, Talk to Me critiques social media addiction and the dangers of seeking online validation.
Directed by Jordan Peele
Us uses doppelgängers to explore class inequality and identity. The film critiques societal divisions and the fear of being replaced or erased.
These films prove horror is more than just entertainment; it’s a lens through which we can confront societal fears and deep-rooted issues. Sometimes, the scariest monsters are the ones we create.