If you loved the eerie and atmospheric horror of 'Violett' (2023), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similarly chilling movies and shows that capture the same haunting vibe, psychological depth, and visual storytelling. Whether you're a fan of slow-burn horror or supernatural mysteries, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Black Swan (2010)
Description: A psychological thriller that delves into the dark side of artistic obsession and perfectionism, featuring surreal and nightmarish visuals.
Fact: Natalie Portman trained for months in ballet to prepare for her role, and the film's intense psychological themes earned it widespread critical acclaim.


Suspiria (2018)
Description: A visually stunning horror film set in a dance academy, blending body horror with psychological tension and a hauntingly beautiful aesthetic.
Fact: The remake features a score by Thom Yorke of Radiohead, his first solo film composition.


The Neon Demon (2016)
Description: A surreal and visually arresting exploration of beauty, obsession, and the dark underbelly of the fashion industry.
Fact: The film's striking color palette was inspired by 1980s fashion photography and neon-lit Los Angeles.


Black Mirror (2011)
Description: An anthology series that often delves into the psychological and societal impacts of technology, with a dark, unsettling tone.
Fact: Each episode is a standalone story, allowing for a wide range of themes and genres within the series.


Whiplash (2014)
Description: Explores the brutal pursuit of excellence in the arts, with a tense, almost horror-like atmosphere surrounding the mentor-student dynamic.
Fact: The film was shot in just 19 days, and the intense drumming sequences were performed live by the actors.


The Love Witch (2016)
Description: A stylized homage to 1960s and 70s horror films, with a focus on female empowerment and the dark side of desire.
Fact: The film was shot on 35mm to achieve its vintage look, and the director also designed the costumes and sets.


The Handmaiden (2016)
Description: A lush, erotic thriller with intricate plotting and a focus on deception, power dynamics, and psychological manipulation.
Fact: The film is based on the novel 'Fingersmith' but relocates the story from Victorian England to 1930s Korea under Japanese rule.


The Beguiled (2017)
Description: A gothic drama set in a secluded girls' school, where repressed desires and power struggles lead to psychological tension.
Fact: The film is a remake of a 1971 Clint Eastwood movie, but with a stronger focus on the female perspective.


Climax (2018)
Description: A chaotic, visually intense descent into madness, featuring long, unbroken takes and a pulsating electronic score.
Fact: The film's dialogue was largely improvised, and the actors were not given a full script before filming.


Midsommar (2019)
Description: A daylight horror film that explores grief and toxic relationships through a surreal, folk-horror lens.
Fact: The film's elaborate flower costumes were handmade and required months of preparation.
