JOHN'S HORROR PICKS; PART 3: FOR THOSE WHO DON'T LIKE HORROR
for those who want to get in the spirit of halloween without going hardcore horror
scary stories to tell in the dark
scary stories to tell in the dark (2019)
a nice introduction to horror with a hit of nostalgia for those who read the books
happy death day
happy death day, 2017
a tame slasher take on groundhog day
jaws
jaws, 1975
does anything even need to be said?
fright night
fright night, 2011
an underrated remake of the fun original with a wonderful performance by the late, always missed anton yelchin
tremors
tremors, 1990
it doesn't come any more fun than this early kevin bacon creature feature
what we do
in the shadows
what we do in the shadow, 2014
hilarious yet loving sendup of vampire stories, there's also a tv show when the movie ends and you already want more
the cabin in the woods
the cabin in the woods, 2012
making its second list appearance, you don't need to be a hardcore horror fan to enjoy the humor, charm, and pitch-perfect satire of this instant classic
ghostbusters
ghostbusters, 1984
another one that needs no introduction, this classic is perfect halloween viewing for those who want to get in the spirit without diving into the deep end