About this episode

The Horror Dads explore 10 psychological horror films that delve into the unsettling nature of the human mind.

The Horror Dads return to explore one of horror’s most unsettling subgenres: psychological horror. In Episode 145, John and Jamie count down 10 psychologicalhorror films that prove the most terrifying monsters often live inside our own minds. Some of these films are heavy, so themes include paranoia, obsession, fractured realities and unreliable perspectives. Whether you're a longtime horror fan or looking for your next disturbing watch, this episode is packed with some less-known recommendations and discussion.

People in this episode

Hosts: John, Jamie

Topics covered

• psychological horror
• paranoia
• obsession
• fractured realities
• unreliable perspectives

Keywords

• psychological horror
• horror films
• paranoia
• obsession
• disturbing watch

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: psychological horror films

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