If you were captivated by the haunting and introspective journey of 'All Forgotten' (2001), this article is for you. We've curated a list of 10 movies and shows that share its melancholic tone, deep emotional resonance, and themes of memory and loss. Whether you're a fan of slow-burning dramas or poetic storytelling, these recommendations will satisfy your craving for similar cinematic experiences.

The Haunting (1963)
Description: A seminal horror film that relies on psychological terror and suggestion rather than explicit scares, following a group investigating a haunted mansion.
Fact: The movie is based on Shirley Jackson's novel 'The Haunting of Hill House', which has inspired numerous adaptations and is considered a cornerstone of horror literature.


The Changeling (1980)
Description: A classic ghost story about a man who moves into a haunted house and uncovers a dark secret tied to the spirit of a murdered child.
Fact: The film is based on real events experienced by playwright Russell Hunter, who claimed to have lived in a haunted house in Denver.


What Lies Beneath (2000)
Description: A suspenseful ghost story that blends psychological horror with supernatural elements, centered around a woman who believes her house is haunted.
Fact: The film was originally intended to be a Hitchcockian thriller without supernatural elements, but the script was later revised to include ghostly themes.


The Sixth Sense (1999)
Description: A supernatural thriller with a slow-burning tension and a twist ending, focusing on a child who communicates with spirits and the psychologist trying to help him.
Fact: The iconic line 'I see dead people' was improvised by the young actor during filming.


The Others (2001)
Description: A psychological horror film that relies on atmosphere and suspense rather than jump scares, featuring a haunting narrative about a family living in a secluded house with mysterious occurrences.
Fact: The film was shot entirely in Spain, and the house used in the movie is the same one featured in 'The Devil's Backbone'.


The Devil's Backbone (2001)
Description: A gothic horror story set in an orphanage during the Spanish Civil War, blending historical drama with supernatural elements and a ghostly presence.
Fact: The film is often considered a spiritual precursor to 'Pan's Labyrinth', sharing themes of war and childhood trauma.


Session 9 (2001)
Description: A psychological horror film set in an abandoned asylum, where a cleaning crew begins to experience terrifying visions and unraveling sanity.
Fact: The film was shot on location at the real Danvers State Hospital, which was known for its eerie and oppressive atmosphere.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: A chilling tale of a woman returning to her childhood home, now an orphanage, where she encounters eerie phenomena tied to her past and the disappearance of her son.
Fact: The film was produced by Guillermo del Toro, who also produced 'The Devil's Backbone', and shares similar gothic horror elements.


The Woman in Black (2012)
Description: A gothic horror film about a lawyer who discovers a vengeful ghost haunting a remote village, with a focus on atmosphere and slow-building dread.
Fact: The movie is based on a 1983 novel of the same name, which was also adapted into a successful stage play.
