Hereditary (2018)

Hereditary (2018), directed by Ari Aster, is a psychological horror masterpiece that redefined modern horror. The film follows a grieving family haunted by sinister forces after their secretive grandmother's death. Toni Collette's electrifying performance as the unraveling mother anchors this chilling exploration of inherited trauma and occult horror. Notorious for its shocking midpoint twist and unbearably tense atmosphere, the film builds dread through disturbing imagery rather than cheap jump scares. Its meticulous framing and sound design create lingering unease, culminating in one of cinema's most traumatizing final acts. Hereditary set a new standard for art-house horror, leaving audiences profoundly disturbed by its themes of family, grief, and inescapable fate.