1) Jacob’s Ladder (1990)
“Jacob’s Ladder” is a psychological horror film that follows a Vietnam War veteran named Jacob Singer as he experiences disturbing hallucinations and flashbacks. The film features a great performance from Tim Robbins and explores themes of trauma, grief, and the nature of reality. If you’re a fan of mind-bending horror, or enjoy films that blur the line between fantasy and reality.
2) Candyman (1992)
“Candyman” is a supernatural horror film that follows a graduate student named Helen Lyle as she investigates the legend of Candyman, a vengeful spirit who haunts a Chicago housing project. The film features a great performance from Tony Todd as Candyman, as well as a haunting score and atmosphere. If you’re a fan of urban legends, or enjoy films that explore social issues such as race and poverty.
3) In the Mouth of Madness (1994)
“In the Mouth of Madness” is a Lovecraftian horror film that follows an insurance investigator named John Trent as he searches for a missing horror writer named Sutter Cane. The film features a great performance from Sam Neill and has a surreal and unsettling atmosphere. If you’re a fan of Lovecraftian horror, or enjoy films that blur the line between reality and fiction.
4) Nightbreed (1990)
“Nightbreed” is a horror-fantasy film that follows a man named Boone who discovers a hidden world of monsters and outcasts called Midian. The film features great makeup effects and a memorable performance from David Cronenberg as the villainous Dr. Decker. If you’re a fan of monster movies, or enjoy films that explore themes of otherness and acceptance.
5) Event Horizon (1997)
“Event Horizon” is a sci-fi horror film that follows a crew of astronauts who investigate a mysterious spaceship that disappeared seven years earlier. The film features great production design and a strong cast, including Laurence Fishburne and Sam Neill. If you’re a fan of sci-fi horror, or enjoy films that explore themes of human ambition and the unknown.
6) The People Under the Stairs (1991)
“The People Under the Stairs” is a horror-comedy film that follows a young boy named Fool who breaks into a wealthy couple’s home in order to steal their rumored treasure. However, he soon discovers that the couple is hiding a dark secret in their basement. The film features a great performance from Everett McGill as the twisted “Daddy” character and a mix of humor and horror. If you’re a fan of horror-comedies, or enjoy films that explore social issues such as poverty and gentrification.
7) Cemetery Man (1994)
“Cemetery Man” is an Italian horror-comedy film that follows a cemetery caretaker named Francesco Dellamorte as he deals with the undead rising from their graves. The film features great cinematography and a surreal and absurd tone. If you’re a fan of Italian horror, or enjoy films that blend horror and comedy.
8) Ravenous (1999)
“Ravenous” is a horror-western film that follows a soldier named Boyd who is sent to a remote military outpost in the Sierra Nevada mountains. There, he discovers that his fellow soldiers have turned to cannibalism in order to survive. The film features great performances from Guy Pearce and Robert Carlyle and a unique blend of genres. If you’re a fan of horror-westerns, or enjoy films that explore the darker aspects of human nature.
9) The Reflecting Skin (1990)
“The Reflecting Skin” is a surreal and atmospheric horror film that follows a young boy named Seth in the 1950s American Midwest. The film features great cinematography and explores themes of childhood innocence and loss. If you’re a fan of art-house horror, or enjoy films that explore the darker aspects of childhood.
10) Cure (1997)
“Cure” is a Japanese horror film that follows a detective named Takabe as he investigates a series of murders that all have a strange connection to a man named Mamiya. The film features a slow-burning and eerie atmosphere and explores themes of identity and suggestion. If you’re a fan of Japanese horror, or enjoy films that delve into the psychological aspects of horror.
