10 Most Underrated Horror Movies From The 80s
© Courtesy of CBRMost '80s movies are here to stay, while others, particularly horror movies, have come and gone. It lacks loud horror most of the time and bad reviews. While some are cult classics, others don't deserve any bad reviews. Audiences struggled to get past the frivolity of films tied to their budgets.
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Unfortunately, 80's horror is lacking in its humorous and often hilarious side. Besides dated graphics and cheesy monsters, there are some cinematic gems set in the Reagan era. From scary toys to smart cars, eighties horror has become iconic in many ways.
Hellbound continues the horror of the first film
Released in 1988, Hellbound: Hellraiser II continues Clive Barker's original post-Cenobite story. This film is a great sequel, but has received mixed reviews. The old Kirstie returns, continuing the story of her evil stepmother and otherworldly creatures. Viewers will see the origin story of Pinhead Doug Bradley, humanizing the monstrous character for the first time.
The movie does not do anything new with crying but it continues the story properly. In this sequel, the Cenobites are a more one-dimensional, neutral force of evil, but punish many characters who question them.
The blue extends to the front of the original
(Top Secret) When an alien thing starts eating and killing people in a small town, the survivors do everything they can to get away. Anticipating a major failure is unthinkable. In the year Despite being a remake of the 1958 film, The Blob is a somewhat realistic take on its predecessor.
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With effects technology more advanced than ever, this fall is surprisingly scarier than moviegoers might expect. Of course, like all body horror, there are some scary moments. But despite being a silly movie, it's a fun experience.
Pet Sematary is restored without working
Pet cemeteries have taught many visitors to avoid creepy old grave sites when dispersing their loved ones. After a young family loses their beloved cat Church, their mysterious neighbor suggests burying it in a pet cemetery in the woods. Soon the cat returned to the family alive, but completely different from before. Then the family lost their little son in a car accident and buried him in the cemetery. Like most Stephen King novels, the story serves as an ominous warning. Like the revival theme, this movie deserves a second chance upon release.
Puppet Master is perfect for those who love kids games.
While the concept of killer dolls is not new, the Doll Master doll takes it to a whole new level. The film features puppetry that uses ancient Egyptian animation for its miniatures. Although she dies at the beginning of the film, her doll survives and does terrible things.
Spiritualists encounter immortal puppets who naturally use their weapons to commit acts of violence. Most of the scenes involving the film's younger stars burst out laughing, but only in the best ways.
A group of demons forces the boys to confront their idol.
Monster Squad is something out of the Goonies and Universal monster movies and wears the badge proudly. A group of movie-loving kids come together to bring their idols, cinematic monsters, to life. Unfortunately for the kids, the monsters are just as antagonistic as their movie counterparts.
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Epically, a group of heroes save the world from Dracula and co. While the film isn't as well-received as it should be, it's a great starting point for young horror fans and those with an appreciation for dark comedies.
Deadly Clones is rather simple but fun.
In the first season , the killer clones outside bombed. After a while, like most underrated classics, it became a cult classic. A very strange horror comedy that doesn't take itself too seriously. Be it a B-movie or not, audiences love movies for their humor.
With its creative ensembles and colorful costumes, it remains a cult classic for many reasons. One of the highlights is a depiction of an alien clown using a popcorn gun to wrap his victims in cotton candy. Anyone who is suspicious of excessive toys should give this movie a shot.
Christine is a car with personality
Horror king John Carpenter made a movie about a strange machine called Christine . Audiences tend to downplay the horror of moving cars, but Christine has horror scenes left and right. Perhaps the most surprising detail is Christine's relationship with host Ernie.
A car that drives itself and feels jealous won't shock the audience. The way Christine bullies Ernie and the others is shocking. Even if the film falls short of expectations, it is a story that audiences will watch for pure entertainment.
The creatures are an annoying version of gremlins
The creature has been compared to the ever-successful Gremlin, but the concept is said to have been conceived long before the Mogwai emerged . Like most science fiction movies, a group of furry aliens descend on Earth and wreak havoc, eating everyone they come across.
With little intelligence, animals are motivated by their guts more than anything else. It's not an absolute masterpiece, but it doesn't have to be. This movie is hilarious, something that is often forgotten in horror these days.
Firestarter was one of Drew Barrymore's first roles.
Drew Barrymore's acting career, which debuted on ET , took him to Firestarter . The character Charlie is the daughter of two young parents who are given an experimental drug that gives them superhuman strength. As a mutant of the X-Men, Charlie also has special powers. His pyrokinetic mind is controlled by a government agency.
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This movie is not as scary as one would expect from a horror movie, but some of the darker moments in the story are interesting. Despite the bad reviews, this movie is a lot of fun.
Kujo makes the prospect of madness terrifying
Like most of Stephen King's 80s adaptations, Kuzo remains a horror flick, but has received mixed reviews. In the film, a mother and her son are in a car for most of the story, with the crazed St. Bernard stuttering out the window.
It's not easy for dog lovers and horror lovers alike to witness innocent animals portrayed as monsters. However, it reminds viewers of how important regular vet checks are. It's not a complicated movie, and it doesn't try to be, but it's a scary movie.
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