Slasher films are characterized by a killer who uses a sharp object, such as a knife or machete, to kill their victims. These films often feature a high body count and are known for their graphic violence. Some popular slasher films include Halloween (1978), Friday the 13th (1980), and A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984).
2. Psychological horror
Psychological horror films focus on creating a sense of dread and suspense rather than relying on gore or violence. These films often explore the dark side of human nature and can be very unsettling. Some popular psychological horror films include The Shining (1980), Psycho (1960), and The Sixth Sense (1999).
3. Supernatural horror
Supernatural horror films deal with supernatural elements, such as ghosts, demons, and monsters. These films often explore themes of good vs. evil and can be very frightening. Some popular supernatural horror films include The Exorcist (1973), The Conjuring (2013), and Insidious (2010).
4. Found footage
Found footage films are shot in a documentary style, as if the events in the film are real. These films often create a sense of realism and can be very effective at creating a sense of fear. Some popular found footage horror films include The Blair Witch Project (1999), Paranormal Activity (2007), and Cloverfield (2008).
5. Zombie
Zombie films are set in a world where the dead have come back to life and are eating the living. These films often explore themes of survival and can be very gory and violent. Some popular zombie films include Night of the Living Dead (1968), Dawn of the Dead (1978), and The Walking Dead (2010).
6. Body horror
Body horror films focus on the physical transformation of the human body. These films can be very disturbing and often explore themes of identity and sexuality. Some popular body horror films include The Fly (1986), The Thing (1982), and Videodrome (1983).