‘The 101 Scariest Horror Movie Moments of All Time’ Recap: ‘#88 – #76’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Two of ‘The 101 Scariest Horror Movie Moments of All Time’. To revisit the series premiere, click here.

​One would think that analyzing or recapping a show that is basically a giant list of important movie moments wouldn’t be worthwhile, since hey… the list is the list, no need to dive deeper. But when it comes to one that Shudder is host to, all bets are off. Because this is a network that is going to go above and beyond when it comes to a series that just so happens to list things out. Because they know horror fans want more than some clips and soft commentary on the matter. They want to know WHY that particular moment is say one of The 101 Scariest Horror Movie Moments of All Time and what kind of significance it holds and well… this week’s episode just so happened to offer that depth, and more.
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Because ‘#88 – #76’ really took its time when it comes to some of these big moments and rightfully so. For this segment of the list featured some scary movie moments that went far deeper than just jump scares or eerie visuals. It was host to sequences that prey upon our darkest fears. For instance, #88, which featured the home invasion sequence from Jordan Peele’s US, featured a powerful discussion that went beyond, ‘oh man, that’s scary’. For the experts spoke to how the doppelgänger family’s actions reminded us of our own fears regarding having the safety of our home violated, and truly resonated with us since it was strange to see an evil version of good people. Plus, there was also some at length discussion about technical marvels in horror. Such as the masterful crafting of the opening sequence of Zack Snyder’s 2004 remake of Dawn of the Dead. Since those visuals and their pacing are still nightmare fuel to this day. 

But really, the fact that every single moment in this week’s section of the list received that kind of technical discussion and care, really made for an engaging tale. Because we really were able to learn something new about these films, or have our own observations hammered home if possible and that truly makes this series special. Because you just don’t find that kind of analysis regarding lists such as these. They’re often just thrown together with popular moments, or they focus on the wow factor. But here, we are treated to the kind of discussions we have with our own friends regarding our favorite horror movie moments and that just makes you feel at home and sucks you in and there was an added bonus to the incredible commentary present here.

In that, bigger legends are starting to pop up in this countdown. For Edgar Wright offered some commentary on horror, which was insightful and fascinating. Plus, Tom Savini… yes, THE Tom Savini dropped by to share some thoughts as well, and of course, when a legend of his caliber pops by to say some things about the genre he helped shape… you listen. Plus, we would be foolish to not point out that this particular episode, actually allowed for a meta moment or two to happen. For not only did Mike Flanagan and Alex Essoe talk about big moments in horror history, they were able to speak to their own work in Doctor Sleep, giving us insight from the source, and Tony Todd also participated in such a sequence.

As to which film he talked about however, we won’t say. For we’ve already revealed a plenty by discussing three films from the thirteen moments present here. So, we will say no further on such matters and instead, praise this series once more. Because it continues to impress and continues to offer up stunning insight on important films and important moments and well, seeing the show dig deeper into big moments here, builds up some serious excitement for next week’s tale. Since we are now dying to know not only what moments await us, but what we can learn about them… so that we can see our favorite horror movies and horror movie moments in a brand-new light. The kind that makes them far more terrifying than any of us originally thought. Until next time.  

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