10 Terrifying Horror Films That Exploit Your Everyday Fears

7. Fear Of Being Unable To Communicate - Pontypool (2008)

In today€™s modern world, we€™re more connected than ever. Witness the panic that ensues when someone simply leaves their phone at home for the day! Marvel at how a faulty router can tear an entire evening apart! But what if, out of the blue, the mere act of communicating became dangerous? An odd little gem from Canada, based on a Tony Burgess novel, Pontypool flew under many people€™s radars. Set in the titular town, it€™s business as usual at a local radio station until strange reports start to come in and a transmission in French is received, warning residents not to use the English language. People who don€™t heed the warning and continue to speak find themselves caught in a loop, repeating words over and over again before finally becoming violent and attacking those around them. How do you call for help when explaining your situation could be enough for you to succumb to it?
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Jen is an actor, writer and clown, living and working in London.