Icons of Terror 2021

Book excerpt: This book analyzes 199 horror films grouped in 26 franchises. These franchises feature antagonists, or villains, who have been present in all or most films. These characters are so iconic that they have, in all cases, generated multiple sequels. All movies included in this book are rated and reviewed. In this edition, we explore horror movie icons from the following franchises: Psycho, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween, Phantasm, Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elm Street, Hannibal, Hellraiser, Child’s Play, Pumpkinhead, Candyman, Leprechaun, Scream, Wishmaster, Saw, Hatchet, Jeepers Creepers, Jaws, Alien, Predator, Night of the Demons, It, Annabelle, Sleepaway Camp, Godzilla, and Puppet Master.