10 Recent Indie Horror Movies To Watch This Halloween

7. The Love Witch (2016)

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Oscilloscope Laboratories

How do you feel about homages? What about the 1960s? Oh, you love them? Well then, you're in luck, because The Love Witch offers one of the most unique horror and romance experiences of the last twenty years as it pays homage to 1960s horror in the form of Samantha Robinson, who plays the titular love witch.

The story follows Elaine, a young witch in search of love, as she seeks out and places spells on men to get them to fall in love with her. Things, of course, go wrong, and she must try over and over again to succeed. The film has an interesting feel to it, with its look and sound combining into some kind of psychedelic fever dream that endures throughout its runtime.

Much of what makes this film work is the direction, set, and costume design that perfectly coalesce into a cohesive and distinct vision. It's not exactly a scary movie, but it crafts an exceptional violently romantic experience. Everything fits together so well to craft such a unique and unforgettable atmosphere that can't be found anywhere else.

 
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