10 Recommendations for the Scariest Horror Films in Indonesia and Abroad, Don't Watch Alone!

Kapanlagi.com - Horror is still one of the most popular genres among audiences. In addition to the storyline, the appearance of ghosts has its own appeal. It's understandable that people who like thrilling sensations are always looking for the scariest ghost movie recommendations to satisfy their cravings.

The appearance of ghosts in movies is becoming more and more diverse. Through recommendations for the scariest Indonesian ghost movies, you will find various types of terrifying creatures.

Not to mention the recommendations for the scariest ghost movies from abroad, the jump scares offered are no joke. Therefore, if you don't have enough courage, don't watch this list of movie titles alone.

1. The Scariest Ghost Movie Recommendations

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1. THE POSSESSION (2012)

If you're looking for the scariest horror movie recommendations, THE POSSESSION should definitely be on the list. The film, based on a true story in the city of Dybbuk, talks about supernatural powers. The main character is named Emily, a teenage girl who finds the Dybbuk box in her father's house, Clyde Brenek. After meeting with the box, Emily's behavior slowly becomes strange. This film is inspired by a report in one newspaper about a family fighting a demon known as 'Dybbuk'. This spirit is also believed to be able to possess human bodies.

2. THE EXORCIST (1973)

THE EXORCIST is an American film adapted from a novel by William Peter Blatty with the same title. The film tells the story of a little girl possessed by a demon. Her mother was determined to try to cure her daughter through exorcism or the ritual of expelling demons performed by two Catholic priests.

The film and novel are inspired by a true story, where an exorcism practice was recorded in 1949 on a 14-year-old boy. In terms of quality, this film is unquestionable. Unfortunately, the film is also banned by several cities and countries because it is considered too terrifying.

3. THE CONJURING (2013 - 2021)

THE CONJURING is a film that tells the story of Ed and Lorraine Warren. They are a supernatural couple who have experienced terrible things throughout their careers. Like the first THE CONJURING film, it is told that Ed and Lorraine confront an evil spirit named Bathsheba. The spirit is actually the wife of the landlord who later worships the devil and kills her own child as an offering. This story is a true story that Ed and Lorraine Warren once faced.

Furthermore, THE CONJURING 2 is also based on a true story experienced by the Hodgson family in England known as the Enfield Poltergeist. Several scenes in this movie actually happened, one of which is knocking behind the wall. Meanwhile, the scene of Janet floating in the air is still debated, whether it is true flying or jumping.

And finally, THE CONJURING 3 is no less terrifying. The film raises a case that caused a sensation in the United States in the 1980s. The reason for possession was used as a defense for the first time in court.

2. The Scariest Indonesian Ghost Movie Recommendations

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4. DANUR (2017 - 2019)

DANUR is a recommendation for the scariest Indonesian horror movie that you shouldn't miss. This film is adapted from a novel entitled Gerbang Dialog Danur which tells the true story of singer Risa Saraswati. DANUR tells the story of a young indigo girl named Risa Saraswati (Prilly Latuconsina) meeting her three ghost friends, Peter, William, and Jansen.

It is told that young Risa often felt lonely because her parents were busy working. After her mother became aware of her daughter's strangeness, she asked a paranormal to open her third eye. This made the child realize that she had been talking to scary ghosts all along.

5. ASIH (2018)

ASIH is a spin-off of DANUR. The story starts 37 years before the Danur story. It is told that Ita, a wife who had to give birth to a baby girl earlier than expected. But the midwife warned Ita to be wary of supernatural beings for the next 40 days. Because there are rumors that the restless spirit of Asih is seeking to replace her child by targeting newborn babies.

6. SUZZANNA: BREATHE IN THE GRAVE

This remake film clearly deserves to be on the list of the scariest ghost movies that cannot be missed. The story begins with a harmonious married couple. Their happiness changes when four robbers rob their house and kill Suzzanna, who was alone at the time. Suzzanna's spirit is determined to take revenge on her killer.

7. SATAN'S SLAVES (2017)

The next recommendation for the scariest Indonesian ghost movie is titled SATAN'S SLAVES. This film, which won many awards at the 2017 FFI, tells the story of a child's efforts to heal his sick mother. But everything is in vain after Rini finds her mother dead. The death of her mother turns out to be the beginning of terror for the family. They are visited by a figure resembling their deceased mother and other continuous terrors.

3. The Scariest Foreign Ghost Movie Recommendations

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8. THE AMITYVILLE HORROR (1979)

When discussing recommendations for the scariest foreign ghost movies, THE AMITYVILLE HORROR from 1979 must be included. This film, adapted from a true story, has been made several times, but the 1979 version of THE AMITYVILLE HORROR was quite successful. The horror storytelling style of the 70s is on par with other classic horror movies, such as THE EXORCIST (1973) or THE OMEN (1976), but presented with a realistic horror narrative, making it worth watching.

9. THE MEDIUM (2021)

This Thai film must also be included in the list of the scariest ghost movie recommendations that you must watch. This film has a presentation style similar to PARANORMAL ACTIVITY. In general, this film tells the story of shamanic activities in Isan, Thailand. Packaged in a documentary-style, THE MEDIUM has a unique storyline.

10. THE EXORCISM OF EMILY ROSE (2005)

THE EXORCISM OF EMILY ROSE can be considered a legendary horror film worth watching again. Directed by Scott Derrickson, this film adapts the true story of a young woman from Bavaria, Anneliese Michel, in 1952. The story in this film begins with the case of Emily Rose's death after undergoing a demon expulsion process by a priest. However, instead of succeeding, the ritual of exorcism actually took Emily's life and the priest was accused of her murder.

Well, KLovers, those are some of the scariest horror movie recommendations from Indonesia and abroad that you shouldn't miss.

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