Thu Oct 17 14:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Film Critic’s 10 Favorite Horror Movies – Not Necessarily the Best, But the Most Enjoyable
**Phoenix, AZ -** Renowned film critic Bill Goodykoontz has unveiled his list of 10 favorite horror movies, a selection that sparks debate as he himself admits these are not necessarily the *best* but rather the ones he personally relishes watching again and again.
“Any list like this is so subjective,” Goodykoontz acknowledges, “but horror movies bring out the monster in all of us when it comes to defending our favorites.”
His choices include classics like “The Exorcist” and “Dracula,” along with modern hits like “Get Out” and “It Follows.” The list features a mix of iconic monsters, compelling social commentary, and a touch of suspenseful dread.
“The scariest movie ever made?” Goodykoontz asserts, “It’s based on the scariest novel ever written. A little girl is possessed not by a demon but by the devil himself.” He refers, of course, to “The Exorcist,” a film that chills viewers with its realistic portrayal of demonic possession.
Another standout is “Get Out,” Jordan Peele’s directorial debut that tackles themes of race and identity with masterful horror. Goodykoontz praises the film’s “magnificently made” execution and its incisive social commentary.
The list also includes cult favorites like “Carnival of Souls,” a haunting film about a woman who experiences a terrifying series of events after a near-fatal car accident. “This one may be enough,” Goodykoontz says of the film’s impact, “He spent the rest of his career making industrial films, but dang.”
Goodykoontz concludes his list with “An American Werewolf in London,” a film he describes as “charming” with “lots of twists and jump scares.”
While this list might not satisfy every horror enthusiast, it provides a unique glimpse into the mind of a respected critic, offering insight into what makes a truly enjoyable and memorable horror experience.
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