Stuff You Should Know SYSK’s Summer Movie Playlist: Josh and Chuck's List of Horror Movies that Changed the Genre
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Jun 27, 2025 Discover how groundbreaking horror films have redefined the genre! Dive into influential titles like 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' and 'Night of the Living Dead' that transformed storytelling. Explore the evolution from German expressionism to slasher classics and the rise of meta horror. Hear humorous anecdotes and insights on new upcoming projects like 'The Ghost Story' while discussing the impact of filmmakers and cultural themes. This journey through horror's cinematic evolution promises both laughs and chills!
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Surreal Sets Spawn Horror Mood
- The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari used surreal, non-realistic sets to create a disconcerting mood.
- This was the first film to employ cinematic techniques that go beyond realism to affect viewers psychologically.
Blood Feast Introduced Gore Onscreen
- Blood Feast was the first horror movie to openly show gore effects on screen.
- It changed the horror genre by inspiring future special effects artists and pushing boundaries.
Night of Living Dead Redefined Zombies
- Night of the Living Dead established the modern zombie archetype as flesh-eating undead.
- It also shocked audiences by killing off its lead shockingly early and casting a Black actor naturally.
