Horror movies are a huge part of that perfect fall feeling. Whether you’re all about the terrifying suspense or absolutely hate the sudden jump scares, you must admit they’re one of the most popular genres out there, demonstrating a massive range of cinematic approaches from supernatural to slasher and even comedy.
Students from Farmington High were interviewed about their favorite horror movies. And seriously, their answers were… bone-chilling. The variety in their picks clearly shows how diverse the horror film landscape has become.
“My favorite horror movie is probably Insidious because it’s unlike other horror movies, but it’s still really good,” says student Addison Sainsbury.
If you’ve seen Insidious, you know it’s intense, relying on a deeply unsettling atmosphere and paranormal scares. And some would argue it represents the most intense supernatural horror. But some students, like Logan Fry, like movies that are a little less scary—think Adam Sandler’s infamous Hubie Halloween, which falls into the comedy-horror subgenre.
“I’m not big on horror movies, so probably Hubie Halloween,” student Logan Fry shared. “It’s got Adam Sandler, and it’s only a tad bit scary. I remember the scene where he got hit by a car; it was scary.”
Sounds like some students at Farmington High aren’t into super-scary stuff and prefer the lighter, campy side of the genre. However, others totally choose the most intense ones, venturing into extreme horror territory.
“My favorite horror movie is the movie with that black and white clown… The Terrifier,” said student Isaac Waldron.
If you’ve heard about The Terrifier, you know it is not for the weak-stomached. It is an extremely graphic splatter film. According to KBTX News, people were literally walking out of the theater halfway through the movie.
“Several audience members at the U.K. premiere of Terrifier, walked out, and one of them vomited, according to the horror movie’s distributor, Signature Entertainment.”
This R-rated film clearly pushes the boundaries of acceptable screen violence.
“The first time I watched it, I felt disgusted, a little disturbed, and it didn’t sit right at first,” said student Isaac Waldron. “I don’t think it has a hidden meaning; it’s just scary.”
