Top Ten Scariest Horror Movies of All Time

Horror Movies have long been a part of America's Pop Culture, and the opinions will vary wildly on this list. For the purposes of this article, I am going not for the best horror movies of all, but the scariest of all. Some would say that they go hand in hand, but I beg to differ. Horror movies can bring out fear differently in different people, and this is what scares me. So without any ado, let's dive into the list.

The Town That Dreaded Sundown - This particular little movie was a late 70's early entry into the slasher genre. It has been mentioned as a "cult classic" in many circles, and also has been listed as inspiration for later films in the genre. While I will be the first to admit that the acting is silly and laughable, some good performances by the killer, as well as some of the victims make the movie watchable. What really makes this movie scary, and gives credence to inclusion on this list is the fact that it is a true story. The movie is told from a narrative point of view, and it is haunting. It is the story of a serial killer that terrorized the city of Texarkana, Arkansas during the 1940's. The reason it impacted me so was because the killer wore a white hood over his head, and that vision has stayed with me since childhood.

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1st edition) - This movie was scary for the same reason as above. It is famous for being true, though oddly, that isn't so. It is very slightly based on the murders committed by Ed Gein. Still, the images linger on, and the grainy way in which it is filmed adds to the brutality of the film. No true horror fan can go without seeing this film. It is legendary by any horror buff's standards.

The Omen---This is another early film that really taps into most folk's primal fears. It is about a little boy being possessed by Satan. The little boy in the movie is what drives the movie with his evil eyes, and haunting smile. It is a shining example that you don't have to be gory to be scary.