Si vous avez été captivé par l'atmosphère oppressante et le suspense psychologique de Mister Babadook (2014), cet article est fait pour vous. Découvrez 10 films et séries qui explorent des thèmes similaires : peurs enfouies, monstres métaphoriques et tensions familiales. Une sélection parfaite pour les amateurs d'horreur intelligente.

The Exorcist (1973)
Description: A landmark in horror cinema, it delves into themes of faith, possession, and the breakdown of a family under supernatural duress.
Fait: The film was banned in several countries upon release due to its graphic content. Many cast and crew members reported strange occurrences during production.


The Sixth Sense (1999)
Description: A psychological thriller with supernatural elements, focusing on a child who sees dead people and the emotional impact on those around him.
Fait: The film's famous twist ending was kept secret during production, with only a few key crew members aware of it. The iconic line 'I see dead people' was improvised by the young actor.


The Others (2001)
Description: A psychological horror film that delves into themes of isolation, grief, and the supernatural, with a haunting atmosphere and a twist ending.
Fait: The film was shot entirely in Spain, despite its setting in the British Isles. Nicole Kidman's character was originally written for a much older actress.


The Ring (2002)
Description: A psychological horror film that explores the terror of a cursed videotape, blending supernatural elements with a mother's desperate quest to save her child.
Fait: The iconic image of Samara crawling out of the TV was achieved using a stunt double and clever camera angles. The film's eerie soundtrack was created using unconventional instruments.


The Grudge (2004)
Description: A tale of vengeful spirits and a curse that spreads like a disease, with a focus on the psychological toll on those who encounter it.
Fait: The film is a remake of the Japanese movie 'Ju-On: The Grudge.' The creepy croaking sound made by the ghost was created by recording the director's own voice.


The Descent (2005)
Description: A claustrophobic horror film that explores themes of survival, grief, and the monstrous entities lurking in the darkness, both literal and metaphorical.
Fait: The cave scenes were filmed in a studio, but the actors underwent rigorous training to make their performances believable. The original UK ending was changed for the US release.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: A chilling tale of maternal grief and supernatural occurrences, blending emotional depth with eerie, atmospheric horror.
Fait: The film was produced by Guillermo del Toro, who also served as a creative consultant. The child actors were kept away from the scarier scenes to protect them.


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: Focuses on a family haunted by supernatural forces, with a strong emphasis on psychological terror and a pervasive sense of dread.
Fait: The film is based on the real-life case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren. The house used for filming was built specifically for the movie and later demolished.


Sinister (2012)
Description: Combines psychological horror with supernatural elements, exploring the dark consequences of obsession and the unseen forces that prey on families.
Fait: The creepy home videos featured in the film were inspired by real snuff films. The movie's soundtrack includes unsettling sounds like reversed recordings of children's laughter.


Hereditary (2018)
Description: Explores themes of grief, family trauma, and psychological horror, with a slow-burning tension that escalates into supernatural terror.
Fait: The film's miniature models were created by the director's father, who is a professional artist. The movie was shot in Utah, despite being set in an unspecified American state.
