20 Artists Share Their Favorite Horror Movies

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It’s that time of year again when horror films truly shine. We asked 20 artists to share their favorites, and you can let us know yours in the comment box below.

11. Joe Frabotta (Evil Eyes)

Favorite Horror Movie:
Gremlins

When did you first experience the movie?
I was around 5-6 years old, watched it at home with my parents and brother.

What’s the scariest scene in the movie?
The kitchen scene. Gremlins blended. Gremlins microwaved. Gremlins stabbed. All by a maniacal mother.

Are there any personal fears that resonate with you in this movie?
The gremlins kind of look resemble a cross between a spider and a scorpion. Both are my arch enemies.

Why is this better than any other horror movie out there?
Gremlins was supposed to be family friendly (horror), which is why I saw it. Looking back, it was pretty freaky. And how can you not like Gizmo? He’s the boss.

Lesson learned: Never purchase a weird, furry, rare animal from a Chinese antique store. Actually, always do that.

12. Greg Mabry (Evil Eyes)

Favorite Horror Movie:
The Shining

When did you first experience the movie? *
I was probably 12 or so. I remember watching it with my dad and literally getting so freaked out that I didn’t sleep well for weeks.

What’s the scariest scene in the movie?
So many scenes in this film still can make my skin crawl, but the scene where the kid is riding his tricycle down the hallway and encounters the twin girls is crazy. It flashes between images of them murdered and then standing there in blue dresses. They’re asking the boy to come play with them, forever. The scene with the blood rushing out of the elevator is also classic.

Are there any personal fears that resonate with you in this movie?
Yeah, I used to live in a haunted farm house in Tennessee. I never believed in ghosts but it was undeniably haunted by a young female ghost. It was pretty spooky.

Why is this better/scarier than any other horror movie out there?
Stanley Kubrick is one of my favorite directors, and everything in the film is top notch: the actors, the cinematography, the special effects, every detail is executed perfectly. Not only is it visually frightening, it’s also haunting psychologically. “Here’s Johnny!”