Halloween weekend is here! There are many classic films to relive over the weekend, such as “Scream,” “Nightmare on Elm Street,” or “Friday the 13th,” but now is a great time to be introduced to some movies in the horror genre that feature black actors and black directors.
Today, black creators have created a wide variety of horror films in a genre that has typically been underrepresented onscreen and in the director’s chair. The recent success of directors like Jordan Peele and Nia DaCosta has helped shine a spotlight on horror films released by black creators.
Below is a list of some of the best, must-see horror movies created by black directors to watch over the Halloween weekend:
1. Candyman (2021)
The classic 1992 film “Candyman” remake was directed by a black woman, Nia DaCosta.
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Released during the summer of 2021, the film’s story centers around the vilification of a black man and the gentrification of a black community, all while touching on themes such as police brutality and injustice.
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2. Get Out (2017)
Jordan Peele’s directorial debut employed classic horror movie tactics like jump-scares and masked villains.
Still, the film also received praise from critics and filmgoers alike for its critique of modern American race relations.
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3. Us (2019)
Horror flicks featuring black actresses have been rare in the past. Still, Jordan Peele’s “Us,” starring Lupita Nyong’o, is one of the handfuls of
