Rec [2007]
The 2007 Spanish horror movie REC is so scary, immersive, and well-crafted that it’s undoubtedly the best found-footage movie ever made.
Closed Environment Movies
All the movies listed below take place in a building, house, room, or any other similar environment. Some of these movies are single-location movies but not all of them. There’s something about this setting that induces a sense of claustrophobia and suspense. You feel trapped along with the characters in this pressure cooker that could explode any minute.
The Platform AKA El Hoyo [2019]
The Platform AKA El Hoyo is a creative, thought-provoking and entertaining movie about the structure of our society, mi caracol.
The Cabin in the Woods [2011]
Cleverly poking fun at the classic horror setup of The Cabin in the Woods, this is a highly entertaining masterpiece.
Unthinkable [2010]
Intense and engaging from the first minute, Unthinkable is a frighteningly realistic and brutal psychological thriller.
House of Darkness [2022]
Unfolding in real-time House of Darkness is a slow-burning horror movie full of sexually charged atmosphere, humor, and mystery.
Bullet Train [2022]
Fast-paced, entertaining, and even funny at times, Bullet Train is an example of a commercial action movie done right.
Boiling Point [2021]
Intense and engaging, Boiling Point is a one-shot thriller following a troubled chef during the busiest ninety minutes in his restaurant.
A Pure Formality [1994]
Criminally underrated, A Pure Formality is an intense psychological thriller full of mystery in which nothing is what it seems.
Los Ultimos Dias AKA The Last Days [2013]
Distinctly European, Los Ultimos Dias AKA The Last Days is an engaging and authentic post-apocalyptic movie with great performances.
Death at a Funeral [2007]
If you’re looking for non-stop laughs black comedy that’s also refreshing and heartwarming, look no further than Death at a Funeral.
Under Suspicion [2000]
Unfolding in real-time, Under Suspicion is a gripping thriller following an interrogation of a suspected child serial killer.
Barbarian [2022]
Nasty and intelligent, Barbarian is an effective minimalist horror movie that will not only scare the shit out of you but also make you laugh.