Women-Centric Horror Films

9 Oct, 2024

A haunting tale of a Puritan family facing supernatural forces, with a strong focus on the female experience and witchcraft.

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The Witch (2015)

A darkly comedic horror film about a high school girl possessed by a demon, exploring themes of friendship and betrayal.

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Jennifer's Body (2009)

A unique take on vampire lore set in an Iranian ghost town, centered around a mysterious female vampire.

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A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014)

A psychological horror film that delves into grief and motherhood, featuring a strong female lead battling her inner demons.

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The Babadook (2014)

A coming-of-age body horror film that follows a young woman discovering her cannibalistic urges after a hazing ritual.

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Raw (2016)

A deeply unsettling film that explores family trauma and legacy, with powerful performances by its female leads.

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Hereditary (2018)

A folk horror film that follows a group of friends, highlighting a woman's journey of empowerment amidst disturbing rituals.

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Midsommar (2019)

A psychological horror film about a nurse who becomes dangerously obsessed with saving a terminally ill patient.

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Saint Maud (2019)

A psychological thriller that explores grief and the supernatural, centered around a widow unraveling her late husband's secrets.

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The Night House (2020)

A satirical horror-thriller that addresses modern dating and societal pressures, with a darkly comedic twist.

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Fresh (2022)