When speaking about animated horror movies, you often think of low-key comedy films like Hotel Transylvania, Corpse Bride, Monster House, and more. While these too are loved by horror lovers, you’d want something more thrilling and traumatic than films suitable for children. And wanting some of those animated visuals in a truly horrifying plot is what every horror lover deserves. With this in mind, we bring a list of films that bring the best of both worlds for a perfect Halloween celebration!
Let’s begin!
6 Animated Horror Movies for You!
The Plague Dogs
If you are an animal lover then get ready to be traumatised because this is one film that will leave you stunned. The cruelty shown towards animals through an adventure of two dogs who escape a research facility is a kind of horror you wouldn’t see coming. As you look into the film from a different perspective, you get captured by the animation and the plot that will leave you speechless.
Directed by Martin Rosen, the film stars John Hurt, Christopher Benjamin, James Bolam, and other cast members. It follows the adventure of two dogs who escape a research facility and learn to survive in the wild with the help of a cunning fox. While a hunt is set for the dogs as possible carriers of a plague, they face many obstacles during this time.
The Wolf House
Presented as a fairy tale, this is a film that shows the horrors of the world creatively. Bringing in dark and surreal themes, this film will trap you in its plot, leaving you stunned by the ways the story twists and turns. A beautifully animated film, this shows the true horrors of the world while leaving you with an unsettling feeling.
Directed and produced by Christopher Leon and Joaquin Cociña, this film follows the story of a young girl who escapes a colony and enters the woods. There she finds a house which becomes her ideal place of living until the residents of the place turn their back towards her.
Perfect Blue
This 1997 psychological thriller is the perfect watch for this season as it deals with the blurring lines between reality and fantasy. This film leaves you with an unsettling feeling as horror follows a young star of the entertainment world. Showing the trauma left behind by someone’s obsession, this is a film that you shouldn’t miss out on.
Directed by Satoshi Kon, the film stars Junko Iwao, Rica Matsumoto, Shiho Niiyama, and other cast members. The plot follows a young idol who begins a career in acting, however, she soon becomes a victim of stalking. Soon, mysterious murders begin to take place leaving her unable to make out the difference between reality and fantasy.
Watership Down
With misleading pictures of bunnies associated with the film, this 1978 adventure drama is more traumatising than it looks. Dealing with the central theme of the role of a leader in society, it also involves themes of violence, suicide, prejudice and even genocide. Yes, and all with bunnies as the characters in the film.
Directed by Martine Rosen, the film is based on the 1972 novel of the same name by Richard Adams. The plot revolves around a group of rabbits who have lost their home and are now set up on the task of building a new home. Away from human interventions, this is a task that will deal with many human virtues making this a film that has potentially traumatised an entire generation.
Coraline
This dark fantasy horror film is fairly new when compared to the others on this list, but it has brought in an unsettling feeling that cannot be denied. Focusing on the idea of appreciating one’s home even though imperfect, this film takes you on an adventure through the eyes of a young girl who finds her “perfect” home. However, when the truth behind this perfection comes out, all she wishes is to return.
Directed by Henry Selick, the film is based on the novella of the same name by Neil Gaiman. The plot revolves around an adventurous girl who finds a secret door in her new house. As she steps into this secret door, she finds a strange idealised version of her frustrating home, unaware of the secrets that it holds.
Seoul Station
Finally, we have a prequel to our beloved Korean horror film Train to Busan. Released in 2016, this film follows the horrors of the zombie virus and how it all began in the other film. Becoming a must-see among fans, this is a thrilling and horrifying film that you shouldn’t miss out on.
Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the film stars Shim Eun-kyung, Ryu Seung-ryong, Lee Joon, and other cast members. The plot explores how the zombie epidemic began in the sequel while following three main characters.
Which of these films are you watching soon? Let us know in the comments below!
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