10 MORE Horror Movies You Probably Haven't Seen But Should
These horror movies have cult-classic written all over them, yet remain unknown.
It's a magical moment when seasoned horror movie fans stumble upon a lesser-known entry in the genre that blows their mind. It's even more satisfying when the film in question later earns the support it should've received in the first place.
One Cut of the Dead, The Autopsy of Jane Doe, and Overlord weren't massive hits at first but went on to become hugely popular. Almost every day, it feels like more and more unknown gems like these are getting recognised.
But as our previous list highlights, 10 Horror Films You Probably Haven't Seen But Should, there are plenty of slashers, body-horrors, and psychological thrillers that haven't been embraced by the mainstream.
Despite their inventive premises, complex characters, and chilling performances, the following 10 horror movies still remain obscure. Ironically, the uniqueness that defines these films is often the reason why they struggle to find their audience. (After all, it's a little tricky to market a movie centred around a sentient tree baby, to tease just one example.)
But by getting the word out, horror films like the ones on this list should hopefully get some well-deserved appreciation.
10. Girly
Rather than utilising conventional scares, Girly (also known as Mumsy, Nanny, Sonny, & Girly) creates uneasiness through what can best be described as escalating weirdness.
The 1970 horror-comedy opens with unhinged siblings, Sonny and Girly, asking vagrants to join them in a role-playing game. Little do the players know that they'll suffer a swift death if they don't play their roles accordingly (or if the family members simply get bored).
The whimsical setting clashes with the family's deplorable behaviour, making the mind-games and murder profoundly unpredictable. The role-playing scenarios are initially goofy, but become genuinely unnerving, especially when Girly and Sonny implement dead bodies into their sick games.
Each family member is wicked in their own way, but Girly is the standout, thanks to Vanessa Howard's sublime performance. The more she torments her victims, the more innocent she behaves, creating a jarring juxtaposition. When she shows doubt over her family's future, it's hard to tell if she's being authentic or if it's another ploy, ramping up the tension.
Girly is just as creatively creepy as when it debuted, and is well worth checking out if you haven't already.