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The Thing (1982)

<em><strong>The Thing</strong> (1982)</em>

A classic American science fiction horror film, this story directed by John Carpenter follows a group of American researchers in Antarctica who uncover a parasitic extraterrestrial life-form.

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986)

<em><strong>The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2</strong> (1986)</em>

Directed by Tobe Hooper, this an American black comedy slasher film is worth watching for the opening sequence, set to "No One Lives Forever" by Oingo Boingo.

Alien (1979)

This science-fiction horror film, directed by Ridley Scott, follows the disaster of the commercial space tug Nostromo when a deadly extraterrestrial enters the ship.

Suspiria (1977)

<em><strong>Suspiria</strong> (1977)</em>

Suspiria, an Italian supernatural horror film directed by Dario Argento, is a great deal of fun to watch due to its visual styling and its music by the progressive rock band Goblin.

Candyman (1992)

<em><strong>Candyman</strong> (1992)</em>

Based on "The Forbidden," a story by Clive Barker, Candyman follows the story of Chicago sociology graduate student Helen Lyle (Virginia Madsen) and the Candyman (Tony Todd), a ghost of urban legend.