Ben je fan van de psychologische thriller 'Das Grauen kommt nachts' uit 1972 en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde intense sfeer, mysterieuze plotwendingen en onvergetelijke personages bieden. Perfect voor liefhebbers van spanning en intrige.

Eyes Without a Face (1960)
Beschreibung: A poetic and disturbing horror film that explores themes of identity, obsession, and the grotesque, with a haunting visual style.
Fakt: The film was banned in several countries upon release due to its graphic content. It heavily influenced later horror films, including 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.'


Carnival of Souls (1962)
Beschreibung: A low-budget horror film with a eerie, otherworldly tone, focusing on isolation and the blurring of reality and nightmare.
Fakt: The film was initially dismissed but later gained a cult following for its innovative use of sound and visuals. It was shot in just three weeks.


The Haunting (1963)
Beschreibung: A masterclass in psychological horror, relying on atmosphere and suggestion rather than explicit scares, with themes of madness and the supernatural.
Fakt: The film was shot in black and white to enhance its eerie atmosphere. It is based on Shirley Jackson's novel 'The Haunting of Hill House.'


The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970)
Beschreibung: A stylish giallo film that combines mystery and horror, with a focus on visual storytelling and a tense, atmospheric mood.
Fakt: This was Dario Argento's directorial debut and helped establish the giallo genre. The film's score was composed by Ennio Morricone.


Don't Look Now (1973)
Beschreibung: A haunting exploration of grief and the supernatural, with a dreamlike narrative and a chilling, ambiguous ending.
Fakt: The famous love scene between Donald Sutherland and Julie Christie was groundbreaking for its time. The film's iconic red coat was inspired by a real-life incident.


The Wicker Man (1973)
Beschreibung: A folk horror film with a unsettling blend of pagan rituals and psychological tension, culminating in a shocking finale.
Fakt: The film was heavily edited upon release, with some scenes lost for decades. It has since been restored and recognized as a cult classic.


The Tenant (1976)
Beschreibung: A psychological horror film that delves into themes of identity, paranoia, and alienation, with a surreal and unsettling atmosphere.
Fakt: The film was shot in the same apartment building where Roman Polanski lived during the production. It features a haunting score by Philippe Sarde.


The Changeling (1980)
Beschreibung: A ghost story that combines psychological horror with supernatural elements, focusing on grief and the past's unresolved traumas.
Fakt: The film is based on a real-life haunting experienced by playwright Russell Hunter. It was shot in a historic mansion in Vancouver.


The Others (2001)
Beschreibung: A gothic horror film with a slow-burning tension and a twist ending, exploring themes of isolation and the unknown.
Fakt: The film was shot entirely in natural light to maintain its eerie atmosphere. It was a critical and commercial success, reviving the gothic horror genre.


The Devil's Backbone (2001)
Beschreibung: A gothic horror film set during the Spanish Civil War, blending supernatural elements with deep emotional and political themes.
Fakt: The film was shot in a real orphanage in Spain. It is often considered a companion piece to 'Pan's Labyrinth,' sharing similar themes and settings.
