20 horror films to see if you loved 'Dies Irae'

An original, first-rate example of atmospheric horror, 'Dies Irae', like Rahul Sadasivan's last two outings, ‘Bhoothakaalam’ and ‘Bramayugam’, relies on pure, gimmick-free horror that constantly toys with our imagination. Here's a list of 20 films that explored similar themes and ideas in different ways. (Curated by Sajin Shrijith)

The Fog (1980)

The Wailing (2016)

Onibaba (1964)

Psycho (1960)

Peeping Tom (1960)

Barbarian (2022)

The Shining (1980)

Rosemary's Baby (1968)

The Tenant (1976)

Paranormal Activity (2007)

The Changeling (1980)

Halloween (1978)

Alien (1979)

Jaws (1975)

Cure (1997)

The Innocents (1961)

The Haunting (1963)

Misery (1990)

Dead & Buried (1981)

Exhuma (2024)