Halloween is upon us, meaning it’s about time you finally have that spooky movie marathon you’ve been talking about all month.
Look no further and have no fear–or maybe fear is what you’re looking for– our experts have curated a Halloween movie list, in no particular order, just for your viewing enjoyment. You’re welcome, and a very Happy Halloween from PantherNow!
- “Bones” (2001)
Snoop Dogg’s icy glare remains chilling, coupled with the surrounding flames in “Bones” | Still via New Line Cinema
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer
Think of the wildest idea on paper: a fever dream of sorts. The beauty of the horror genre lies in its audacity to execute said idea and turn it into an unforgettable cinematic experience. So when I say Ernest Dickerson’s “Bones” is an unruly pulp nightmare where a neighborhood is haunted by the vengeful spirit of Snoop Dogg, turn the hysterics up a notch. It’s gross, astonishing to look at and contains not a single dull moment. As the credits roll, you’ll be wondering why you hadn’t been brave enough to learn the tale of Jimmy Bones sooner.
Honorable Mention: “The Craft” (1996)
- “Antichrist” (2009)
Actor Willem Dafoe in Antichrist | Photo via Nordisk Film Distribution
Michael Andrillon | Contributing Writer
The sinister and the sacred are harkened to by the mere title alone. Scenic and lush greenery, and a little cabin serve as the getaway for a grieving couple in their own inverted Eden, where horrors lurk inward as much as outward. Antichrist brings the talents of Willem Dafoe & Charlotte Gainsbourg to the realms of extreme European cinema, not for the faint of heart. Yet those willing to brave these woods will find a spooky vibe of a peculiar ethereal vibe, where the lines between high and low brow meet, and where film buffs alongside freaks can gasp in unison.
Honorable Mention: “Alien” (1979)
- “Night of the Living Dead” (1968)
Duane Jones struggles against a zombie mob in Night of the Living Dead | Photo via Continental Distributing
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer
Nail-biting, thought-provoking, and just the right amount of scary– George A. Romero’s Night of the Living Dead single-handedly cemented the popularity of the zombie thriller flick. Following a group of survivors sheltering inside a barn as the undead take hold of the United States, the film still feels fresh (not dead!) and completely ahead of its time in both production and message. As someone who can’t stomach even the mildest horror, this is an excellent classic that gives just enough of a scare to put you in the Halloween mood. I give my sworn testimony as a professional scaredy-cat.
Honorable mention: “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” (1966)
- Black Sunday (1960)
Actress Barbara Steele as the Princess/Witch Asa Vajda | Still via IMDB
Bryan Baste | Staff Writer
A witch and her henchman are killed for sorcery, while villagers celebrate, her last words are used to vow vengeance upon them. Two centuries later, the witch is found by two doctors and released from her tomb as her plan for revenge begins. Black Sunday was directed by the legendary horror director Mario Bava and stars Barbara Steele in her chilling portrayal of the witch Asa Vajda. Exemplified by slick cinematography and set wizardry, containing a story of revenge, love, and the cycle of hatred, this film is a classic in the macabre genre and one of my personal favorites.
Honorable Mention: “Halloween” (1978)
There you have it, a spine-tingling watchlist made for only the truest of Halloweeners.
But viewers beware, no one survives a PantherNOW scare.
Will you?
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