10 Best Horror Movies About Hell

If you've ever enjoyed a Silent Hill game, then you've got Jacob's Ladder to thank for that, as this movie was a significant influence on that gaming franchise. The amount of horror projects that look to this flick for inspiration is profound, and once you check it out yourself, you'll see why it's the case.

Jacob's Ladder is a meaningful and poignant horror flick that follows a Vietnam veteran named Jacob - go figure - as he mourns the loss of his son and begins to experience a slew of hallucinations. You watch as he attempts to figure out what's real in the frightening Hell that he finds himself in.

Part of what makes this film so fantastic is how it approaches horror from a different perspective. Rather than working hard to frighten you constantly, it plays at a slower and more relaxed pace. It's an emotional experience thanks to the protagonist's journey and the slower energy but still delivers on some thrilling scares.

There's a beautiful sense of metaphor to the movie, as the experiences and trauma of Jacob are what torture him, making it a unique depiction of a personal Hell. There might not be any fire and brimstone, but you'll feel the touch of damnation all the same.