This is a response to From the Crypt: Obscure Scary Movies for Fall.
When you Google "fall movies," the first thing you'll likely see is a long list of romcoms set in quaint, fall foliage-filled towns. The next is probably several horror movies that take place on or around Halloween. But what about when you're in the mood something in between? A cozy fall setting, with just a touch of eeriness? Here are five movies to scratch that specific dark yet whimsical itch.
Ginger Snaps
Ginger Snaps movie
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Ginger Snaps tells the story of two outcast teen sisters dealing with the pains of coming of age- and one of them getting bitten by a werewolf. The exploration of girlhood in all it's tenderness and darkness makes this film a perfect watch if your genre of choice is "cozy with an edge."
The Craft
The Craft
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No whimsical-yet-spooky movie list would be complete without The Craft. This cult-classic explores the beauty of teenage girlhood and the special bonds made at that age through the lens of witchcraft.
Over the Garden Wall
Over the Garden Wall
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Yes, this is technically a TV show. But with only 10 episodes clocking in at 11 minutes each, it's easy to binge. The story centers on two brothers lost in a strange forest, who must find their way home before being caught by a mysterious beast.
The Love Witch
The Love Witch
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This screenshot alone may make the best case for this movie. Beautiful costumes, lavish sets, and lots of blood and gore abound in this tale of a young witch looking for a fairytale romance.
Coraline
"Coraline"LaikaCoraline is a dark fantasy classic for good reason. The cute characters and whimsical animation style balance out the eerie tale of a young girl who discovers a seemingly perfect alternate world, only to discover its full of dark surprises.
