Alright, folks, gather ’round. Today, I wanna talk about something that’s been on my mind lately – underrated horror movies of 2023. Now, I’m no film critic, but I do love a good scare, and I’ve been diving deep into the horror scene this year. Let me tell you, there are some hidden gems out there that just aren’t getting the love they deserve.
So, how did I get started on this whole horror movie deep dive? Well, it all began with a lazy Sunday afternoon and a serious case of boredom. I was scrolling through streaming services, and nothing was catching my eye. Then I thought, “Why not check out some horror flicks I haven’t heard of?” And that’s where the adventure began.
My Deep Dive Process
First things first, I needed a plan. I couldn’t just go in blind, right? So, I started scouring the internet for lists, recommendations, anything I could find about lesser-known horror movies from this year. I hit up horror forums, checked out some obscure film blogs, and even used Letterboxd to see what the real horror aficionados were talking about. I made a massive list – and I mean massive – of movies that sounded interesting, weird, or just plain creepy.
Next up, I had to start watching. This was the fun part, but also pretty time-consuming. I set up my living room with all the essentials: comfy blankets, a giant bowl of popcorn, and all the lights turned off. Over the next few weeks, I watched more horror movies than I’d care to admit. Some were a total waste of time, some were surprisingly decent, and a few were so good I couldn’t believe they weren’t more popular.
Narrowing Down the List
After my horror movie marathon, I had to narrow down my list. This was tough. I had a bunch of notes, scribbled down during my viewings, with all my initial reactions and thoughts. I started by cutting out anything that I thought was just plain bad. Then, I rewatched some of the borderline ones to see if they held up on a second viewing.
I ended up with a solid list of 10 movies that I felt were truly underrated. These were films that, for one reason or another, had flown under the radar but really deserved more attention. They weren’t your typical Hollywood blockbusters, that’s for sure. Some were indie films, some were foreign, and some were just plain weird – but they all had something special.
My Discoveries
- Unseen: This one kept popping up on different lists, and let me tell you, it lived up to the hype. It was tense, atmospheric, and had a really unique premise. Definitely one of my favorites.
- Murdercise: This one was a total surprise. It’s a bit campy, but in the best way possible. It’s like an homage to those old-school horror flicks but with a modern twist. I found myself laughing and cringing at the same time.
- The Witching Hour: Okay, this one was genuinely scary. It had that classic, slow-burn horror vibe that really gets under your skin. I watched it alone in the dark, and I might have jumped a few times.
I also watched a bunch of other stuff, like “The Haunting of Hill House” (if you count series), “The Conjuring 3”, and “It: Chapter 3”. But those are pretty well-known, so they didn’t really fit the “underrated” bill. I even checked out some older stuff like “Session 9” from 2001. That one was a trip – super creepy and psychological.
So, there you have it. That’s how I ended up on this wild ride of discovering underrated horror movies. It was a blast, honestly. I got to see some really cool films, and it reminded me that there’s so much more out there than just the big-name releases. If you’re a horror fan, I highly recommend doing a deep dive like this. You never know what hidden gems you might find!
