13 Most Anticipated Horror Films in 2020, Dare to Watch?

Kapanlagi.com - In the first half of 2020, the film industry was paralyzed due to the corona virus pandemic. Nevertheless, don't worry because the good news is that cinemas throughout Indonesia will simultaneously reopen on July 29, 2020.

As we know, in 2019 there were many horror films that have been released. Including IT CHAPTER TWO, ANNABELLE COMES HOME, US, CHILD'S PLAY, and others. In 2020, there will also be many horror films that will be released.

For horror movie lovers, you must be curious about what films will be released this year, right? Well, here are 8 most anticipated horror films in 2020:

1. RUN

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This thriller-horror film is directed by Aneesh Chaganty, who also directed the film SEARCHING (2018). He worked with Sev Ohanian to write the screenplay. Sev Ohanian also produced the film with Natalie Qasabian. The film stars Sarah Paulson and newcomer actress Kiera Allen.

RUN tells the story of a teenage girl (Kiera Allen) and her mother (Sarah Paulson). If a child receives love and affection from a mother, it becomes a comfort and happiness. But not for Chloe (Kiera Allen), it becomes a threat. Her mother, Diane (Sarah Paulson), raised her daughter in total isolation in a remote place all her life. But everything starts to change when Chloe discovers the terrible secret her mother has been keeping.

The film was originally scheduled to be released on May 8, 2020. However, due to the corona pandemic, the film was postponed and there is no official confirmation of a new release date yet.

2. ANTEBELLUM

This film is directed and written by Gerard Bush and Christoper Renz, and produced by Sean McKittrick, who produced the horror films GET OUT (2017) and US (2019). This horror film stars the famous American actress, Janelle Monae.

The film, which contains horror, mystery, terror, and tension, is scheduled to be released on August 21. However, the date may change, given that the corona pandemic is still affecting several countries. What is interesting about the film titled ANTEBELLUM is not only a horror film but also raises social issues.

ANTEBELLUM tells the story of a successful writer named Veronica Henley (Janelle Monae) who finds herself trapped in a frightening reality and must uncover a mystery before it's too late. In this film, Veronica faces a nightmare where she travels through time. Suddenly, she finds herself in the 19th century, where she becomes a slave of white people in the Southern United States.

The word Antebellum itself means 'before the war' which is related to the era of black slavery. Well, it is the era of racial problems that will become the terrible reality experienced by Veronica. She must find a way to escape from that reality and return to the real world.

In addition to Janelle Monae, other cast members in this film include Marque Richardson, Jack Huston, and many more.

3. THE EMPTY MAN

THE EMPTY MAN is written and directed by David Prior. This American supernatural horror film is based on the graphic novel of the same name by Cullen Bunn and Vanesa R. Del Rey, published by Boom! Studio. The film stars James Badge Dale, Samantha Logan, Stephen Root, Joel Courtney, Marin Ireland, and Aaron Poole.

The film follows the trail of a missing girl. A former police officer, who witnessed the brutal death of his wife and son, discovers a secret group trying to summon a terrifying supernatural entity.

Scheduled to be released on August 6, 2020, there is still no news on when the film will be released. Stay tuned for more updates!

4. RELIC

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RELIC is directed by Natalie Erika James and written by Christian White. The film was reportedly released on July 10, 2020, but there is still no confirmation on the exact date of its release due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on its screening.

This American-Australian horror film tells the story of dementia that afflicts Alzheimer's sufferers. All events in the film are a metaphor for the impact of dementia on people, not only patients, but also their families.

An elderly woman named Edna has a daughter named Kay and a granddaughter named Sam. When Edna's illness flares up, she cannot recognize her daughter and granddaughter, and they are afraid of her behavior.

The film stars Emily Mortimer, Robyn Nevin, Bella Heathcote, and others.

5. THE CONJURING 3 'THE DEVIL MADE DO IT'

Horror movie lovers will definitely be waiting for this one. THE CONJURING 3 'THE DEVIL MADE DO IT' will once again shake the film world by featuring the journey of paranormal couple Ed and Lorraine Warren facing off against supernatural beings. Directed by Michael Chaves and produced by Peter Safran and James Wan, this film is scheduled to be released on September 11, 2020.

This film tells the story of a pair of paranormal investigators, Ed and Lorraine, like the two previous films. In the film THE CONJURING 3 'THE DEVIL MADE DO IT', Ed and Lorraine will handle a murder case caused by the influence of evil spirits.

Based on a true story, for the first time a murder suspect in the United States cannot be declared guilty of the crime, because at the time it happened he was possessed.

Starring Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Julian Hiliard, and many others.

6. THE NEW MUTANTS

This horror-thriller film tells the story of five young mutants trapped in a facility disguised as a hospital. The five mutants, who are together trying to find out what really happened when strange things began to happen to them. They are also looking for a way to safely escape from the psychic facility that actually restrains the power within them.

This film, adapted from the same titled comic book characters, is directed by Josh Boone and written by Chris Claremont. Starring a series of famous artists such as Maisie Williams, Anya Taylor, Charlie Heaton, Henry Zaga, and Blu Hunt.

The initial plan was scheduled to be released on April 3, 2020. However, due to the pandemic, the film was postponed.

7. THE RENTAL

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The film THE RENTAL is an American horror thriller directed by Dave Franco, written by Jowe Swanberg and Mike Demski, and produced by Elizabeth Haggrad, Tedy Schwarzman, Ben Stillman, Christopher Storer, and including Dave Franco and Joe Swanberg.

This film tells the story of two couples who rent a house for their weekend vacation. However, instead of fun and happiness, they get a terror that is ready to threaten their lives.

For the cast, they include Alison Brie, Jovani Ridler, Toby Huss, Dan Stevens, and many more. Scheduled to be released on July 24, 2020. Considering the pandemic, the date has not been confirmed.

8. A QUIET PLACE PART II

The sequel to the blockbuster A QUIET PLACE PART II (2018) written and directed by John Krasinski has officially postponed its release date due to the coronavirus pandemic. The original plan was to have a global release on March 18, 2020, including in Indonesia. The latest announcement is that it will be released in theaters on September 4, 2020.

The film tells the story of three family members stepping out of their home. They try not to make any noise while walking, even during the day. It feels so quiet and empty at that time. They realize that the creatures that attack anything that makes noise are not the only hidden threat.

Starring Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Noah Jupe, and others.

9. THE CALL

The next recommendation for a 2020 horror movie comes from the South Korean film industry. The film is called THE CALL. This horror film is a remake of THE CALLER produced in Puerto Rico. THE CALL has a scary story and is full of mystery.

The story begins when a young woman is visiting her mother in a remote and quiet countryside. At that time, the main character loses her mobile phone. Therefore, she has to use an old wireless phone. But something mysterious happens. Suddenly, the phone receives a call from a woman in the past who is being tortured.

10. INVISIBLE MAN

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Next on the list of recommended movies for 2020 is INVISIBLE MAN. Like the previous movie recommendation, INVISIBLE MAN is also produced based on an old film. In the movie, a woman who is fleeing from her abusive partner suddenly commits suicide. Until one day, the main character then experiences terrifying and tense terror.

Not only superior in terms of the story, INVISIBLE MAN is also superior in technical terms, especially in scoring. Yes, the film's score is able to add a creepy atmosphere and trigger heart palpitations.

11. FANTASY ISLAND

FANTASY ISLAND is also one of the films that deserves to be included in the list of recommended horror movies in 2020. Interestingly, this film is an adaptation of a popular 1970s television series with an exciting and tense story.

FANTASY ISLAND tells the story of a group of young people visiting a remote tropical island. On the island, there is a myth that all desires can be fulfilled there. But it turns out that the beautiful fantasies are the beginning of one terrifying tragedy after another.

12. WHISPERING CORRIDORS 6: THE HUMMING

WHISPERING CORRIDORS 6: THE HUMMING is also one of the horror films that cannot be missed. This horror film is set in a school, where a vice principal named Eun Hee, who was also a student at the school, experiences various visual, auditory, and hallucinatory disturbances after being accused by Ha Young of being a mysterious ghost whispering in the bathroom.

13. THE MAID

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Not only South Korea, but Thailand also has a horror film that is worthy of being recommended in 2020. The film is titled THE MAID, which tells the story of a wealthy family's maid who suddenly disappears, leading the family to experience mysterious terror until a new maid arrives and begins to uncover the mystery behind the previous maid's disappearance.

So those are the 13 most anticipated horror films in 2020. Are you brave enough to watch them all?

(kpl/mag)