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The American Scream
Released
91 min
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An original documentary which follows three families in a small seaside town in Massachusetts as they prepare for their annual home made haunted houses. This story highlights their long journey from planning to opening day and cleanup until next year and the obstacles which face them during the process.
Lists that include The American Scream
Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Freak Show List
- American Horror Story: Asylum - Like 'Freak Show', this installment of AHS features a dark, twisted narrative set in a mental institution.
- American Horror Story: Roanoke - 'Roanoke' explores horror themes and has a unique storytelling format, similar to the strange tales in 'Freak Show.'
- American Horror Story: Cult - Explores societal fears and has an ensemble cast much like 'Freak Show'.
- The Greatest Showman - A musical exploration of the circus and its extraordinary performers, connecting to the freak show theme.
- Carnivàle - Set during the Great Depression, it features a traveling carnival and supernatural elements akin to 'Freak Show'.
- The Elephant Man - A poignant tale of a man with physical deformities, focusing on societal acceptance similar to themes in 'Freak Show'.
- The American Scream - Documents the lives of two families who create elaborate haunted houses, reflecting the creative spirit found in 'Freak Show'.
- Dead Set - Delivers a horror take on reality TV, similar to the dramatic elements found in 'Freak Show'.
- The House of a Thousand Corpses - A horror film with a deranged carnival-like atmosphere resonating with 'Freak Show's' unsettling tone.
- Sideshow - A dramatized telling of the famous sideshow performers, similar to the focus on uniqueness in 'Freak Show'.
- The Wolfman - Explores themes of monstrosity and humanity, similar to the character journeys in 'Freak Show'.
- The Cabin in the Woods - Plays with horror tropes and features an ensemble cast in a twisted story, reminiscent of 'Freak Show'.
- The Addams Family - Presents a family of misfits in a humorous way, echoing the themes of acceptance seen in 'Freak Show'.
- Penny Dreadful - Merges classic horror characters and themes into a narrative rich in emotions and tragedies, akin to 'Freak Show'.
- Donnie Darko - Explores themes of mental illness and the supernatural with dark humor, similar to aspects of 'Freak Show'.
- The Stepford Wives - A satirical take on conformity and societal expectations, reflecting some motifs in 'Freak Show'.
- What We Do in the Shadows - Combines humor with supernatural elements, much like the comedic takes in 'Freak Show'.
- Beetlejuice - Involves death and the afterlife with a comedic twist, similar to the tone of 'Freak Show'.
- The X-Files - Explores unusual phenomena and societal outcasts, mirroring the themes present in 'Freak Show'.
- Bates Motel - Delves into psychological themes and complex characters, similar to the deep narratives in 'Freak Show'.
- Stranger Things - Combines '80s nostalgia with horror and outcast themes prevalent in 'Freak Show'.
- The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina - Involves dark themes and strong character arcs similar to those in 'Freak Show'.
- Twin Peaks - Creates an unsettling atmosphere with unusual characters and mystery, akin to 'Freak Show'.
- Ratched - A dark exploration of a nurse in a mental institution, connecting to similar themes of societal issues in 'Freak Show'.
- The Others - Features twists and explores the supernatural, much like 'Freak Show's' narrative structure.
- Little Shop of Horrors - A musical with dark comedy elements that resonate with the tone of 'Freak Show'.
- Ravenous - Fuses dark humor with horror, offering a unique viewing experience akin to 'Freak Show'.
- The People Under the Stairs - Combines horror with social commentary, reflective of the messages in 'Freak Show'.
- Evil - Explores the supernatural with psychological horror elements akin to the themes in 'Freak Show'.
- The Haunting of Hill House - Features complex characters grappling with their past, resonating with the narratives in 'Freak Show'.
- Supernatural - Involves hunting monsters and the supernatural with a touch of dark humor, similar to 'Freak Show'.
- Ash vs Evil Dead - Combines horror and comedy effectively, similar in tone to 'Freak Show'.
- Misfits - Features a group of delinquents with supernatural abilities dealing with societal issues, resonant with 'Freak Show'.
- The Umbrella Academy - Centers around a dysfunctional family of superheroes, echoing the themes of acceptance in 'Freak Show'.
- The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Celebrates uniqueness and has a campy tone that resonates with 'Freak Show'.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Nightmares in Red, White and Blue List
- The American Scream - Explores the culture of home haunters, similar to the history of horror films.
- Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy - A comprehensive history of the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, reflecting on horror's evolution.
- More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead - A documentary that dives into the impact of the Living Dead series on the horror genre.
- In Search of Darkness - An extensive look into 1980s horror films, similar in style to explore the genre's history.
- Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror - Focuses on the representation of African Americans in horror films, bringing cultural insights.
- The Last Blockbuster - Examines pop culture and consumer habits, akin to the cultural context explored in horror analysis.
- The Mind of Jake Paul - Explores modern horror that intertwines with digital culture, a similar juxtaposition of genres.
- The Horror of it All - A documentary covering the history of horror films, reflecting similar themes.
- Pennywise: The Story of IT - Details the impact of Stephen King's IT on horror and its adaptations, similar to genre-focused narratives.
- Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street - A personal exploration of queer identity within a horror classic, connecting culture and genre.
- Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser - A deep dive into the making of the Hellraiser franchise and its influence in horror.
- Wolves at the Door - Based on the Manson Family murders; reflects societal fears in horror as explored in documentaries.
- The Art of Horror - Explores the visual artistry behind horror films, similar in academic approach to horror culture.
- Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story - Focuses on Robert Englund's impact on horror, mirroring personal narratives found in horror docs.
- The Movies That Made Us - TV series exploring iconic films, similar in retrospective style regarding genre films.
- Cursed Films - Examines the myths and controversies surrounding cursed films, linking them to horror tropes.
- Night of the Living Dead: 50th Anniversary - A retrospective look at one of horror's seminal works, aligning with the genre's cultural studies.
- Horror Movie: A Love Story - Blends history with comedy in a horror context, appealing to genre fans.
- The Burning Moon - Explores themes of horror and graphic violence, akin to the evolution of horror depicted in Nightmares.
- Slashers - Focuses on the slasher genre's history and effectiveness, similar in analysis to horror documentaries.
- Deceptive Practices: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay - Examines performance as horror in magical contexts, linking performances to horror genres.
- The Gory Details - Looks at the evolution of horror movie gore effects, paralleling deep dives into genre specifics.
- The Haunting of Hill House - A modern reimagining steeped in horror tradition, reflecting on genre influences and legacy.
- American Horror Story - Brings together various horror tropes in a series format, showcasing genre explorations.
- Tales from the Crypt - Classic anthology series that reflects the horror genre's storytelling roots.
- Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark - Bridges childhood fears with horror storytelling, similar themes of societal reflections.
- The Conjuring - A modern horror franchise that reflects on past horror traditions and tropes.
- A Nightmare on Elm Street - The original film behind the horror legend, pivotal in horror film history.
- The Babadook - Explores themes of trauma and horror, echoing societal fears like those analyzed in documentaries.
- Get Out - Utilizes horror to comment on societal issues, paralleling the social retrospectives in Nightmares.
- Hereditary - Examines family trauma through a horror lens, akin to the thematic explorations in the documentary.
- Midsommar - Dives into grief and cultural horror, reflecting thematic depth similar to Nightmares.
- The Witch - Explores folklore and societal fears, paralleling the cultural context found in horror documentaries.
- It Follows - Modern horror that addresses societal anxieties, aligning with themes explored in genre retrospectives.
- The Exorcist - A classic horror film that set the stage for future horror, an essential in genre history.
- A History of Horror - An exploration of horror films from their inception, mimicking the retrospective approach.
- Zombie Flesh Eaters - An iconic zombie horror film, essential for understanding horror's cultural impact.
- The Shining - A psychological horror classic that emphasizes storytelling's evolution, vital in horror study.
- Hellraiser - Explores themes of pain and pleasure, a significant piece of horror history.
- Texas Chainsaw Massacre - A defining film in horror that challenges societal norms, key in horror documentary discussions.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Horror in the High Desert List
- The Blair Witch Project - Both feature a found footage style and revolve around a mysterious disappearance in a forest.
- The Last Broadcast - Utilizes a documentary-style format to tell a chilling story about a disappearance.
- Paranormal Activity - Found footage horror that captures the terrifying occurrences in a confined space.
- Lake Mungo - A ghost story told through a documentary lens, focusing on loss and mystery.
- The Poughkeepsie Tapes - Mockumentary style horror that delves into disturbing events and criminal activities.
- Hunting Ground - Explores real-life mysteries and dangerous situations, similar in tone to true crime horror.
- The Taking of Deborah Logan - Found footage approach to blending horror with psychological elements of a person's downfall.
- Ghostwatch - Fictional ghost investigation captured through a live TV broadcast format.
- Incident in a Ghostland - Explores themes of terror and psychological trauma after a violent home invasion.
- Death of a Nation - Documentary-style filmmaking that examines dire real-life topics, evoking fear.
- Terror in the Woods - Explores fear and danger in a natural setting, similar to the themes of wilderness horror.
- Creep - Found footage psychological horror that builds tension through isolation and paranoia.
- The Fourth Kind - Recreates a real-life story through a documentary lens, exploring the unknown.
- The Conspiracy - Blends documentary and horror, exploring the darker side of conspiracy theories.
- The Witch - Involves a rural setting with themes of isolation and growing paranoia within a family.
- Midsommar - Cult horror that builds a sense of dread in an idyllic but sinister environment.
- Your Next - Combines home invasion and survival horror in a tense, suspenseful atmosphere.
- The Invitation - Creates suspense in a familiar setting where hidden motives fuel the horror.
- The Eyes of My Mother - Delivers psychological horror through isolation and a chilling atmosphere.
- Sinister - Explores supernatural horror with a focus on a family in a suspenseful environment.
- The Bay - A found footage horror film that portrays community panic through a present-day ecological disaster.
- The American Scream - Documentary-style film about Halloween and fear, blending the real with the uncanny.
- The Den - A found footage thriller that plays with themes of online horror and voyeurism.
- As Above, So Below - Explores the dangers of urban exploration and the fear of the unknown.
- The Taking of Pelham 123 - Intense thriller that keeps audiences on edge and explores a hostage situation.
- The Cabin in the Woods - Combines horror with a meta-commentary on the genre, set in an isolated location.
- 10 Cloverfield Lane - A tense, claustrophobic environment that explores themes of fear and survival.
- Misery - Psychological thriller with an intense atmosphere focused on captivity.
- The Autopsy of Jane Doe - An eerie blend of mystery and horror revolving around an autopsy that reveals dark secrets.
- The Strangers - Home invasion horror that portrays fear and isolation in a familiar space.
- Hostel - Explores the extreme lengths of terror and survival in a foreign environment.
- The Babadook - Delves into psychological horror rooted in grief, with a strong central character.
- Funny Games - A critique of violence and horror wrapped in a home invasion scenario.
- The Road - Post-apocalyptic horror that explores survival in bleak, dangerous environments.
- Eden Lake - An unsettling exploration of terror in a rural setting, centering on a couple's nightmare.
- The Ritual - A group of friends faces a malevolent force in an isolated forest environment.
- Candyman - Combines urban legends and horror elements rooted in community and culture.
- The Wretched - A story of identity and fear grounded in folklore, depicted in a contemporary setting.
- Hereditary - Explores generational trauma and eerie family dynamics with a supernatural twist.
- Pet Sematary - Examines themes of loss and grief through a horror lens, portraying the unknown's impact.
- The Cabin - Blends horror with dark humor set in an isolated location where terror unfolds.
- Last House on the Left - A harrowing exploration of violence and revenge that evokes intense emotions.
- The Hills Have Eyes - Features terror in isolation and the struggle against a formidable enemy.
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