This visual has become one of the most iconic horror images of all time. The brilliant composition of the ray of light from the bedroom shining down on the silhouetted priest creates an ominous mood that is not strictly horror, but actually shares more in common with film noir.
Yet, there is something chilling in the perceived apprehension of the priest glancing up at the window; as if there is something so horrifying within the house that even a priest is unsure on entering. A true landmark poster for the genre, with its influence seen in many horror posters throughout subsequent years.
Honourable Mentions: Suspiria, Halloween, The Omen
