On Halloween, in addition to dressing up as scary characters, staying at home for a “horror movie marathon” is also a good way to celebrate. Netflix has specially prepared a list of horror movies for this Halloween period, allowing you to feel the spooky atmosphere of the holiday without leaving home. If you are brave enough, you can challenge yourself to watch alone; or invite a few friends to “Netflix and Chill” together!
“Rebecca” is a remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s suspenseful masterpiece of the same name, starring popular actors Lily James and Armie Hammer. The two play a newlywed couple who move into a luxurious mansion, only for Lily James to discover many dark secrets hidden within the residence. Not only is the long-serving housekeeper unfriendly, but the lingering presence of her deceased husband’s ex-wife also haunts her, leading her to realize that this seemingly perfect marriage is actually the beginning of a nightmare.
《陰宅怪事》（The Haunting of Bly Manor ）
“The Haunting of Bly Manor” is a 2020 horror series on Netflix, also known as “Ghost Manor.” Adapted from Henry James’ 1898 work “The Turn of the Screw,” it is produced by the team behind “The Haunting of Hill House” and features returning actors from the previous season, including Victoria Pedretti from the second season of “The Haunting of Hill House.” The story follows the female protagonist working as a governess in a rural mansion, encountering many eerie occurrences, with various ghosts and supernatural phenomena appearing. The children seem to constantly witness visions in the house, leading to the unexpected discovery of dark secrets hidden in the gloomy estate for centuries.
“The Haunting of Bly Manor” is relatively unique in its subject matter, combining elements of horror with refugee issues, depicting a young refugee couple escaping war-torn South Sudan to start a new life in a small town in England, but struggling to adapt due to a lurking evil force, causing them torment. It is worth mentioning that this film is directed by up-and-coming director Remi Weekes, and has received excellent reviews after its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, increasing its appeal.
The story of “Ratched” is an extension of the classic 1975 film “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” focusing on the character Nurse Ratched and exploring the origins of this chilling figure. The plot mainly follows Ratched as she applies for a position at a mental hospital conducting human mind-related experiments in 1947. Through one of these experiments, she becomes involved in the psychiatric treatment system, successfully concealing the dark thoughts brewing within her behind an elegant facade. If you have seen “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” then you absolutely cannot miss this series.
《吸血街頭》（Vampires vs. the Bronx）
Halloween wouldn’t be complete without vampires! Set in the residential area of the Bronx in New York, “Vampires vs. the Bronx” follows three teenagers who discover that their community is being invaded by vampires, leading to a bloody battle to defend their home. This film has received a high rating of 95 on the popular review website “Rotten Tomatoes,” and with a touch of comedy to lighten the horror atmosphere, it’s enjoyable even for those watching alone.
《完全獵魔攻略》（A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting）
If you don’t like watching horror movies but still want to feel the Halloween atmosphere, you can choose this movie. “The Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting” is adapted from the book of the same name, telling the story of high school student protagonist Kelly who is asked to be Jacob’s babysitter on Halloween, but is suddenly invited to join an international secret society of babysitters, responsible for fighting bedside monsters known as the “Boogeyman” to protect children with special abilities. The plot is quite fantastical and interesting, suitable for the whole family to enjoy.
Another Halloween movie option that is not a horror film. “Hubie Halloween,” produced and starring Hollywood’s famous comedian Adam Sandler, tells the story of Hubie, who is seen as an outcast and faces exclusion. This Halloween, escaped criminals and mysterious neighbors appear in his town, followed by mysterious disappearances of residents. Hubie then steps forward without hesitation to investigate the truth behind these strange events and is determined to save the villagers.
資料及圖片來源： Netflix
