From classic slashers to art-house horrors, the Herald team shares 20 Halloween movies for those wanting scary film fare this October. With Halloween nigh upon us, now is the perfect time to curl up with a fright-flick or two (or three, or four) and get your kicks from another protagonist in distress who enters the haunted basement (when she very clearly should have ran out of the front door). If you’re struggling to choose a freaky film , or you’re unsure about your tolerance for terror, never fear: we’ve done the hard yards for you.
We’ve narrowed down 20 films for the spooky season - spine tingles, sweaty palms and heebie-jeebies guaranteed. Whether you’re a gore connoisseur or have a faint heart for horror, there’s something here for you, from slasher classics to supernatural shockers and everything in between. Happy viewing!.