Involving ghosts, demons, and other paranormal entities, these stories play on fear of the unknown. Examples include The Conjuring, Insidious, and series like The Haunting of Hill House.
These films explore the mental and emotional terror of characters, often blurring reality and hallucination. Notable examples are Black Swan, Hereditary, and Psycho.
Known for their graphic violence, slasher movies focus on killers and their victims. Classic examples are Halloween, Friday the 13th, and Scream.