2017 was full of great horror films that were diverse and creative. The following movies are a few of my favorites.
[customfont1]13. Mother![/customfont1]
Chaos, religion, global warming, and toxic love—Mother! has it all. Although Mother! is not as groundbreaking as it wishes it was, it is a thought-provoking look on the horror that is modern human society.
[customfont1]12. Little Evil[/customfont1]
This incredibly silly horror comedy isn’t amazing, but it sure is fun. The film’s characters—mainly Adam Scott who plays “little evil’s” father and Bridget Everett who is one of Scott’s friends—make this movie worth a watch on a chilly weekend when you need a laugh.
[customfont1]11. It Comes at Night[/customfont1]
This apocalyptic thriller expertly proves that humans are their own worst enemy.
[customfont1]10. Prevenge[/customfont1]
The reality of having a child could drive any expectant mother insane. So, when Ruth starts to “hear” her fetus tell her to kill—for its and her good—she listens. Although this film could have easily gone off the rails and become silly, it manages to ride the horror, dark comedy line well.
[customfont1]9. The Killing of a Sacred Dear[/customfont1]
This strange film about revenge and disturbed family dynamics is the prefect combination of comedy and horror. Its characters are over-the-top but its subject matter is all too real.
[customfont1]8. Killing Ground[/customfont1]
Killing Ground is another Australian horror movie that concerns kidnapping, rape, and murder, and it isn’t for the faint of heart. However, the filmmaker’s ability to examine the limitations of human love is profound.
[customfont1]7. Hounds of Love[/customfont1]
Hounds of Love is a magnificent yet soul wrenching film based on the Birnies; an Australian couple who raped and murdered multiple victims. Although Hounds is most likely 2017’s most heartbreaking and disturbing film, it’s worth a watch.
[customfont1]6. MFA[/customfont1]
Rape revenge has been a horror sub-genre for years. And although many modern day rape revenge stories tend to fall flat, MFA does not. It’s brutal, beautiful, and satisfying. A magnificent addition to the canon and a must-watch.
[customfont1]5. Creep 2[/customfont1]
Creep was one of the most universally satisfying horror discoveries on Netflix. So, Creep 2’s recent release was quite anticipated. Thankfully, its story was just as good if not better than its first installment. Here’s hoping Peach Fuzz’s story is not over.
[customfont1]4. It[/customfont1]
Although I was onboard for this remake since day 1, Bill Skarsgard’s wonky-eyed, off-kilter portrayal of Pennywise was throughly mesmerizing. His performance, paired with the film’s kid actors’ fear, make for a truly creepy watch.
[customfont1]3. Split[/customfont1]
Few films this year hit me as hard as Split. Its fairytale-like way of touching on mental illness and how personal struggles can destroy or uplift the sufferer remained grounded in reality.
[customfont1]2. Raw[/customfont1]
Raw was only one of the feminist cinematic masterpieces that was released in 2017. Although the film is a cannibal story, its underlying current of feminine longing and desire is fresh and vibrant.
[customfont1]1. Get Out[/customfont1]
Yes, everyone loves Get Out. But that universal love is warranted. The film’s story is simple, but expertly told. Because although we know society is filled with toxic people and viewpoints, those points only become real to us when we see them brutally acted out.
Three 2017 films I still need to see: Mayhem, Tragedy Girls, and A Cure for Wellness.
