The 50 Best Movies of 200922 of 50
29. 'Paranormal Activity'
There was insane hype, a clever marketing scheme, a hit, and then the inevitable backlash, but when all's said and done, this sleeper remains one of the scariest horror films of the decade (we challenge you to name three scarier). First-time filmmaker Oren Peli proves once again that less is more, letting much of the horror unfold off-screen and offering real, visceral chills. 'Paranormal' accomplishes the ultimate goal of its genre: it's the rare horror film that makes you scared of your own home.
There was insane hype, a clever marketing scheme, a hit, and then the inevitable backlash, but when all's said and done, this sleeper remains one of the scariest horror films of the decade (we challenge you to name three scarier). First-time filmmaker Oren Peli proves once again that less is more, letting much of the horror unfold off-screen and offering real, visceral chills. 'Paranormal' accomplishes the ultimate goal of its genre: it's the rare horror film that makes you scared of your own home.
PeopleKatie Featherston, Micah Sloat
TitlesParanormal Activity