While Waiting for Conjuring 4 to be Released, Here Are 5 Hollywood Horror Films You Can Watch!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Angelia Leony Van Augista

CONJURING 4: LAST RITES officially becomes the final destination of Ed and Lorraine Warren's journey. This Conjuring Universe film series does not require excessive bloody scenes, but it successfully paralyzes the audience's courage due to the many intense and thrilling scenes.

Did you know, according to Warner Bros, CONJURING 4: LAST RITES is rumored to start airing at the end of 2024. Being the final destination for the two main cast of the film, there are many speculations and rumors about the film that cannot be confirmed yet.

Well, before watching CONJURING 4: LAST RITES later, it's a good idea to prepare your heart first. Here are some Hollywood horror films that you can watch while waiting for the film to be released. Psst, don't watch it alone, okay!

1. Shutter

Year: 2004

Rating: 7.0/10 IMDb

The film Shutter tells a strangeness that appears in the lives of a couple, one of them in a photo that shows a woman's shadow every time Tun (Ananda Everingham) takes a picture with his camera. Tun, who works as a photographer, has a girlfriend named Jane (Natthaweeranuch). One day, they were on their way home after partying with Tun's old friend.

Long story short, on the way, the car they were driving hit a woman who was crossing the road. Afraid and panicked because they accidentally hit her, Tun eventually told Jane to quickly leave the scene. The woman ended up lying in the middle of the road covered in blood. After that incident, Tun and Jane experienced many strange events, one of which was the strangeness that always occurred when Tun printed his photos. At a glance, the printed photos looked like a terrifying woman figure. However, later Jane discovered a shocking secret. That's where the conflict of the film unfolds.
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2. As Above, So Below

Year: 2014

Rating: 6.2/10 IMDb

Several months after her exploration in Iran, Scarlet Marlowe (Perdita Weeks) continues her father's great mission. Before ending his life, the man believed that the philosopher's stone owned by alchemy Nicholas Flamel still exists in the world. Although its existence remains a mystery, many parties are after this stone because it is said to have the power to turn silver into gold. Not only that, the philosopher's stone is also believed to be able to grant immortality to its owners. This arouses Scarlet's curiosity, and she embarks on a journey to Paris with Benji (Edwin Hodge) who will document her adventure. Upon arrival there, Scarlet meets her ex-lover, George (Ben Feldman), and asks for help in translating Arabic. The professor reveals that while in Iran, he found a key with Aramaic alphabet carvings on one side. George explained that the alphabet is a clue to the existence of Nicholas Flamel's tomb. Equipped with knowledge of archaeology, Scarlet concluded that the philosopher's stone is located in the underground cemetery or catacombs in Paris. The three of them began to plan to explore the catacombs, hoping to make history through this discovery. Unfortunately, Scarlett was unaware of the presence of evil forces ready to stop her.

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3. Veronica

Year: 2017

Rating: 6.2/10 IMDb

Inspired by a true story, the film Veronica presents deadly terror from an Ouija board. Do you believe in the magical power of the Ouija board? Veronica (Sandra Escacena) believes that the Ouija can help her communicate with her deceased father's spirit. Veronica's terror begins with the appearance of a solar eclipse. At that time, a teacher at her school tells a story about how their ancestors often performed rituals to summon spirits during eclipses. Veronica and some of her friends want to prove the truth of this myth. Using the Ouija board, they go to a room. At first, everything goes normally, until a spirit starts to play with Veronica. In the middle of the ritual, Veronica suddenly screams and faints. Since then, she has experienced many strange occurrences around her. From strange stains appearing under the bed, to accusations from her friend claiming that Veronica once choked her. Desperate, Veronica starts seeking help. She meets a nun known as "Sister Death". The nun warns Veronica that she and her family are in great danger.
Curious about the movie? Watch the trailer first, let's go!

4. Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum

Year: 2018

Rating: 6.4/10 IMDb

In the 1970s, a mental hospital named Gonjiam Psychiatric Hospital was built in the hills of Gwangju City, Gyonggi Province, South Korea. This hospital was not only intended for patients with mental disorders, but also for soldiers suffering from depression. In 1996, the hospital was closed after rumors spread about many patients and nurses dying mysteriously. Since then, Gonjiam Hospital has been known as one of the scariest urban legend locations in South Korea. The story in this film begins with a news report about two people who went missing while trying to enter Gonjiam Hospital. This news intrigued a YouTuber named Han Joon (Ha Joon Wi) to venture into the hospital. Han Joon is known for his YouTube channel called Horor Times, which often features horror content. Han Joon then invites six other participants to join a courage test program that will be broadcast live on his YouTube channel. These six people are Charlote Moon (Yee Woon Hun), Ah Yeon (Oh Ah Yeon), Sung Hoon (Park Sung Hoon), Park Ji Hyun (Ji Hyun), Je Yoon (Yoo Je Yoon), and Seung Wook (Lee Seung Wook). Han Joon will not enter the hospital, but will act as a director who will guide them from afar. Equipped with sophisticated camera equipment, the six participants enter the hospital by dividing themselves into three groups. These groups consist of Ji Hyun and Charlote, Seung Wook and Sun Hun, and Je Yoon and Ah Yeon. They will be tasked with exploring three different floors. Initially, the live program went smoothly with an increasing number of viewers on YouTube. However, when they started performing a ritual, threats against these six people began to loom. Some participants experienced possession, with their eyes turning black and emitting inhuman groans.
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5. The Curse of La Llorona

Year: 2019

Rating: 5.3/10 IMDb

Social worker Anna Tate-Garcia (Linda Cardellini) is investigating a case involving one of her clients in Los Angeles, Patricia Alvarez (Patricia Velasquez). Upon arriving at Patricia's house, Anna discovers that the woman has been locking her two children in a room for days. While trying to rescue Carlos (Oliver Alexander) and Tomas (Aiden Lewandowski), Anna is attacked. This leads to Patricia having to deal with the police and allowing her children to be placed under social services' supervision. From this incident, Anna senses something strange. Carlos insists on staying in the room to protect himself from evil forces. Not only that, a series of terrifying events begin to happen to Carlos and Tomas when they are away from home. One night, Tomas sleepwalks. Carlos follows his older brother to the edge of a lake. There, a woman in a white dress appears and pulls them into the water. Upon hearing this news, Patricia immediately blames Anna for taking her sons to an unsafe place. The mother continues, explaining that she locked Carlos and Tomas up to protect them from the La Llorona terror that often targets children.
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