Horror cinema trends and top-reviewed films

Recent film reviews and retrospectives highlight significant trends and standout titles within the horror genre. A retrospective of the 2010s identifies key films that defined the decade, including the 2013 version of ‘Evil Dead’ and the 2016 Japanese production ‘Shin Godzilla’, which focused on political responses to the creature's evolution.

In contemporary reviews for 2026, critics have noted a diverse spread of slashers, thrillers, and horror comedies. Notable mentions include Sam Raimi’s survival thriller starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien, Jane Schoenbrun’s ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’, and Nia DaCosta’s ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’.