By Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Though directors often use women as protagonists in thriller films, their male perspective turns characters into puppets — and Alex Garland’s film is no exception.

By Trinity Crompton, Molloy College

By Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

Although the supernatural horror film possesses many similarities to beloved classics within the genre, it has somehow failed to receive parallel recognition.

By Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

The movies’ unique stories work contrary to the Hollywood blockbusters of the past decade yet stockpile critical praise and adoring fanbases all the same.

By Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

The new podcast is helping people learn how to deal with their fear of watching horror movies.

By Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

The Ari Aster film seamlessly merges the sublimely beautiful with the disturbingly sinister, creating a world that audiences will both revile and desire.

By Lily Harrington, University of Georgia

The small New York production company has upended a number of entertainment industry shibboleths.

By Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

With Oct. 31 approaching, here are the year’s four best frightening flicks to help you set a macabre mood.

By Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

It’s scary, yes, but it’s also brilliant.

By Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Although the movie’s plot seems similar to many others in its genre, the dread and horror it instills is not.