Häxan (1922)
Fictionalized documentary showing the evolution of witchcraft, from its pagan roots to its confusion with hysteria in Eastern Europe. Storyline Part history lesson followed by re-enactments with actors, this film depicts the history of witchcraft from its earliest days through to the present day (in this case,1922 or thereabouts). The result is a documentary-like film […]
Frankenstein (1910)
In this 1910 silent film, it is the first known movie about Dr. Frakenstein and his monster. Storyline Frankenstein, a young medical student, trying to create the perfect human being, instead creates a misshapen monster. Made ill by what he has done, Frankenstein is comforted by his fiancée but on his wedding night he is […]
Le Manoir du Diable
Some say this is the first horror movie ever made. You can find this rare gem on Youtube [Le Manoir du Diable], The House of the Devil. With the help of a magic cauldron, Mephistopheles conjures up a variety of supernatural characters. Storyline A bat flies into an ancient castle and transforms itself into Mephistopheles […]
The Ultimate Horror Movie Hub
Horror didn’t start with jump scares or franchises. It started with shadows, silence, and the fear of the unknown.
Beginner Horror Movie Watch Order
What is the best watch order for someone new to horror movies? The best watch order for beginners is to start with older, atmosphere-driven films and gradually move toward more intense modern horror. This allows new viewers to build tolerance for fear while understanding how the genre evolved. A simple progression is: Classic suspense and […]