Introduction
Have any films given you nightmares or kept you wide awake in the night, overwhelmed by fear? In this article, we will explore the scary scenes from some highly impactful horror movies and delve into how these films have affected the viewers, from young children to adults, all over the world.
How Horror Films Can Create Nightmares
The impact of a horror movie can linger far beyond the last credits. Some films are so terrifying that they can haunt our dreams and make our hearts race in the middle of the night.
The Exorcist: Disgusting and Disquieting
Released in the 1970s, The Exorcist was a groundbreaking horror film that caused quite a stir. Despite its fame, I never watched it. The movie's reputation was of something disgusting, which was enough to deter me for years.
Interestingly, even before I saw it, the movie had a lasting effect on me. However, the only time I ever experienced a nightmare from a horror movie was when I was three or four years old, possibly even younger. I absolutely don’t remember the name of the show, but it was some kind of scary puppet show that led to nightmarish dreams. My mom was there to comfort me, and that frightening experience forever made me steer clear of that program.
Jurassic Park: The Terrifying Toilets
Jurassic Park, a blockbuster from 1996, was one of the most unforgettable movies for me. As a four-year-old, I was terrified by two scenes, one where I literally regressed to pre-potty training status and another where free-roaming raptors made the forest a dangerous place to play. To this day, the movie still haunts me, but I eventually got over my fears by mustering the courage to sit on that toilet.
The Grudge: Every Night a New Night Terror
One movie stands out when it comes to recurring night terrors: The Grudge. A specific scene in the movie terrifies me every night and plays out in different scenarios, creating nightmares that leave me breathless and terrified. The Sativa’s refusal to let me go to bed and the chilling shadows in the room make me feel like I am about to die. It is the most horrifying scene I have ever seen, and it does not show any signs of letting up in my nightmares.
Surviving Nightmares: Lessons from a Night Battered Hero
As children, we tend to fight back against nightmares with the power of superheroes. For me, growing up with a vivid imagination of comic book heroes from Marvel and DC, I found that visualizing myself as a superhero with superpowers in dreams helped me overcome Jason and Freddy. This superpower boost was such a strong force that it helped me not only face my nightmares but also gave me a new perspective on horror movies.
However, years later, I found myself caught in a double date Jeepers Creepers was making the rounds. Despite being less interested in horror movies than before, the film perfectly captured the atmosphere of fear and suspense I was after. While this movie didn't give me nightmares, a few intense scenes got my heart racing. Even after the movie, I noticed I had become more aware of my surroundings, particularly the wooded areas near my home. For a brief second, I felt like I needed to check my surroundings, as if The Creeper might leap out at any moment. But I was just okay, quickly shaking it off and returning to reality.
Conclusion
Horror movies have a lasting impact on us, especially when it comes to causing nightmares. While some scary scenes can leave us in shock, others might be the boost we need to face our fears. Let's embrace our inner superhero and conquer the haunted corridors of our dreams.