Hi all!

Today I’m back with another spooky post! It isn’t often that a remake is better than the original. A lot of the time, we prefer the classics, defending them with our whole heart. I want to share 5 horror movies I believe are superior to their predecessors.  Just know, these are my opinions and nothing more. Without further ado, let’s get into it!

1.) IT

I don’t think I need to say too much here. IT is my favourite horror movie of all time (both parts combined) and whilst I LOVE the original, I feel the remake did it better. For one, I prefer Bill as Pennywise – sorry Tim! His version is considerably more terrifying, whereas in the mini-series, Pennywise is portrayed as a slapstick, traditional clown. Secondly, Part 1 and Part 2 captures a lot of Stephen King’s novel, taking the time to flesh out the characters – which brings me to my third point. The casting. IT has the best cast I’ve ever seen. The kids and adults complimented one another perfectly. Finally, the filming is very reminiscent of Stranger Things. We see so many beautiful location shots of Derry, Maine, that the 1990’s version didn’t show. For me, it’s a clear winner.

2.) House Of Wax

I have seen the original House of Wax with Vincent Price, but it wasn’t as exciting as the 2000’s remake. To be fair, I’m not a massive fan of the new movie, but if I had to pick, it would win. This modern re-telling was able to push boundaries that the 1953 film obviously couldn’t. There is blood, gore and of course, Paris Hilton’s epic death. It’s the perfect slasher flick to watch at a sleepover. Also, it has a great soundtrack, that will give you much nostalgia. I still recommend seeing the earlier version. It’s good to observe cinema from different eras.

3.) The Invisible Man 

The remake of The Invisible Man is superior, but it’s also very different to the original. Firstly, it’s directed by Leigh Whannell. Secondly, it’s insanely gripping. I saw it at the cinema and was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Finally, the acting, suspense and twists/turns were enough to make it a clear winner. It has a darker, more sinister edge than the black and white version, which I found quite comical.

4.) Thirteen Ghosts 

Similar to The Invisible Man, I haven’t seen the original Thirteen Ghosts, but I know with all my heart, I prefer the remake. I first saw this film as a young teen and it scared the ever-living daylights out of me. I recently re-watched it, thoroughly enjoying every moment. It’s so much fun. The modern house, with the moving panels and glass walls, made for such an interesting setting. The ghosts themselves still hold up today as truly terrifying. It always freaked me out that unless you wear the special glasses, you cannot see them coming. Finally, Tony Shaloub is an awesome actor. I love him in this role. For reference, the earlier version was released in 1960, as a black and white movie. Some of the stills look creepy, but I prefer the reboot.

5.) Rob Zombie’s Halloween 

I am cheating a bit here. I don’t prefer this version over the original, but I think it’s just as good. There’s definitely more heart and grit. We see Michael Myers as a child and hear him speak, getting a sense of how he became such an infamous serial killer. We also learn about his love of masks and shoddy upbringing. My biggest issue with the Halloween franchise in general, is the lack of personality from the villain. It’s an unpopular opinion, but I like my antagonists to converse, not just kill for killing’s sake. Also, Rob Zombie is one of my favourite horror directors, so I am biased towards the movies he makes.

Thank you for reading! What are some of your favourite horror remakes?

Peace & Love xoxo