10 Scariest Found Footage Horror Movies

10. The Poughkeepsie Tapes

While very outlandish, this movie quickly taps into something that makes the found footage genre stand out, and that's realism. Even when going overboard, it can be hard to separate fiction from reality in these flicks, which is what makes this true crime-esque monstrosity of a title so terrifying.

The film takes the form of a documentary following a collection of murder investigators as they discover hundreds of tapes detailing the actions of a terrifying serial killer. You watch as he performs horrifying deeds and the police attempt to track him down.

While the movie can let itself down at times thanks to its reliance on melodrama and tragically uneven performances from the actors, it does frighten the hell out of you with its sheer creativity.

The killer's acts are utterly despicable, posing some of the most diabolical images you'll ever see in cinema. Plus, the distinct focus on the psychological damage inflicted on the victims reflects the real-life horror of Stockholm syndrome and trauma.

The Poughkeepsie Tapes is unflinching, vile, violent and soul-crushing. So, be careful who you watch it with because it's not for the faint of heart.