Four unique horror movies to watch this October

The first movie is “Scary Movie.” This satirical slasher film came out in 2000 and features a hilarious antagonist and plot. Contrary to what the title implies, this movie is more comedic than it is scary. Elements of the paranormal and horror are certainly incorporated, but there is a prevalent comedic angle that makes this movie worth everyone’s time. Entertaining and full of energy, “Scary Mo...

Next up is “1408,” a 2007 thriller that is sure to frighten. The movie plays with lighting, sound and timing to create a meticulously crafted work of art. “1408” follows a writer who is skeptical of ghosts and the supernatural. But when he stays at a hotel infamous for a haunted room (1408), he starts believing in everything. Instead of the stereotypical gore-filled film, “1408” is deeper and ...

“Dawn of the Dead” is yet another captivating film. While the original movie was released in 1979, it remains a classic horror staple, which provides a testament to the high quality of the movie. One of the highlights of the movie is the incredible soundtrack, which perfectly complements the intense feelings of depression and urgency weaved into the plot. Coupled with that, the movie features i...

The last unique horror movie to watch this October is 1991’s “The People Under the Stairs.” This movie features shock horror which starts out moderate but quickly escalates toward much darker, grotesque themes. Plot twists, psychological manipulation and a fast pace all make “The People Under the Stairs” an incredibly creepy parable. Like many horror films, “The People Under the Stairs�...