Returning to past eras has been a tried and true method for horror movies for a long time, delivering chills by letting audiences remember a time that was very different, even if it was only a few decades ago. Right now horror is having a moment with the 1980s, thanks in no small part to Stranger Things. While the Netflix hit might have put the era in the spotlight, not every show is able to recreate the aesthetic and atmosphere in a way that transports you back in time.
That’s why I was drawn to The House of the Devil, director Ti West’s brilliant exercise in chilling retro realism. It’s available to stream with an AMC Plus subscription or for free on Tubi, one of the best free streaming services available. This indie masterpiece transports me back to a time when horror was all about suspense, atmosphere and a slow-burn buildup to
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