Classic Halloween Horror Film Looks
Spooky season is among us, and it’s time to bring out some of those eternal spooky looks! Whether appearing in costumes, on the street and in decorations, horror films can be brought to life every Halloween.
”Scream”
The main characters of the film, Ghostface and his teenage high school victim, have been reworked four times after the 1996 movie, which is evidence that this icon continues to be relevant in the realm of horror films. In the 90s, masks became a hit; the Ghostface mask and black cloak continue to show up at Halloween parties and appear in decorations every year. Costumes based off of the of the film “The Purge” also take advantage of a similar masked killer. “Scream,” originally drafted with the bold name “Scary Movie,” remains a trademark for the horror movie genre.
“Jaws”
This classic is a thriller that gives plenty of Halloween opportunity. Produced in 1975, this shark attack film continues to be a inspo for costumes today. Outfits with big gouges out of costume-wearers sides, shark fins, and fake blood have resulted from this movie.
“The Ring”
The little girl from “The Ring” is another classic face of Halloween. “The Ring”’s antagonist Samara creates an easy costume with her long black hair draped over her face and a white sheet dress. This supernatural horror film has haunted many since its debut in the early 2000s, and it also instigated a series of American made, Asian inspired horror films, including “The Grudge” and “One Missed Call.” These freaky movies brought with them more costume opportunities, all mimicking the psychologically estranged character with the eerie tangled hair.
“Frankenstein”
This half-human, half-monster image is a Halloween trademark. Mary Shelley’s American Gothic story continues to be read in classrooms and lodges itself on home bookshelves. Modern shows, such as “Young Frankenstein,” depict the creature with green skin and zombie-like features. Frankenstein provides a costume look that fits all ages.
“Hocus Pocus”
Playing off of a spooky idea with a comic twist, these witches are a timeless hit. According to Business Insider, over 1000 voters in a FandangoNow poll voted this movie as their film of choice on Halloween. The classic witches and their cauldron may have gained the classic identity we associate with the Halloween witch. The three Witches with wild hair, billowing gowns and a goofy cackle are most definitely essential faces of Halloween.
“Dracula”
The classic vampire from 1987 book by Bram Stoker has been reworked into television shows and the famous 1992 American Gothic movie, playing off the themes of evil, love and death, epitomizing a Halloween look. “Twilight,” “True Blood” and “The Vampire Diaries” have played off the vampire movement. The infamous black cape and fangs have become a trademark. It is hard to miss the Dracula character in front yard decorations, haunted houses and hayrides every fall.