The most controversial and controversial horror films in history

‘Terrifier 2’ has done nothing but prove that despite being provocative, it always has room to be a hit, be it for morbid or other reasons. That is why we now remember those most controversial and controversial horror films in the history of cinema, which are not so well known, but which deserve a space among those who speak.

Lars von Trier is one of those already controversial directors, and with ‘Antichrist’ let’s see if most controversial film in its history as director. It is a suspense drama in which Willem Dafoe and Charlotte Gainsbourg bring to life a couple who are facing a duel after losing their son. Both decide to spend a therapy session in the woods, where nature makes things worse. Available on MUBI.

Apostle

The reasons why ‘Apostle’ has become one of the most controversial horror films of recent years, that’s simple, because he messed with religion, a sensitive issue for many people. This is a film by Gareth Evans, set in the year 1905, when a man goes to a remote island in search of his sister who has been kidnapped by a religious cult. Available on Netflix.

green hell

Heir to one of the most controversial horror films in the history of cinema as well as ‘Cannibal Holocaust’, we have ‘Green Inferno’, by Eli Roth. The story stars Lorenza Izzo, Kirby Bliss Blanton and Daryl Sabara, who give life to a group of students who travel to the Amazon, but their plane crashes in the jungle. There they are kidnapped by a cannibal tribe. Available on Amazon Prime Video.

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Audition

Directed by Takashi Miike and originally released in 1999, we have ‘Audition’ a savage horror film starring Ryo Ishibashahi. He is about a man who lost his wife seven years ago, and is now invited to audition for an actress, where he is attracted to a young woman and her impressive ballet skills.

dog tooth

It may not be horror per se, but “Dogtooth” has all the makings of a horror movie. Controversial, this film by Yorgos Lanthimos has given us something to talk about thanks to the story of a family who convinces their children that the world outside their homes is forbidden and that they are unaware of their father’s evil plans. Available on MUBI.

Generated

And finally, a horror that over the years has created a legend around itself is ‘Begotten’, by E. Elias Merhige. It’s a story with no dialogue and shows only some of the most terrifying images ever put on the screen. Also, it is a symbolism of the creation myth and the birth of God.