Halloween! Horror! Anime!

Jeshi · October 14th, 2008, 08:09 PM

Since Halloween is coming up and all, in the sense that come people like to marathon horror movies around this time, I like to watch horror Anime around this time(because I'm to cowardly to watch actual horror movies and Anime being animated makes it less scary XD)

So this topic is for
1) Discussion about good horror Anime.
2) Anything else that's related to Anime and Halloween.

Garma3 · October 14th, 2008, 08:22 PM

I'm personally prepping for a horror anime marathon with some of my friends for Halloween night. Planning on watching Hellsing OVA 1-4 followed by Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust. It's gonna be a great time!

Akito · October 14th, 2008, 08:54 PM

Maybe I'll re-watch a little Higurashi. That should get me in the mood.

Mystic Gohan · October 14th, 2008, 08:57 PM

Yeah I'll just watch some Hare+Guu episodes.

Jeshi · October 14th, 2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Akito

Maybe I'll re-watch a little Higurashi. That should get me in the mood.

FUNi released those DVDs in good timing didn't they? =D
I have that show on my rentanime list, along with Ghost hunt and School rumble 2, *shudder* School rumble 2, can there be a scarier anime?

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Originally Posted by Mystic Gohan

Yeah I'll just watch some Hare+Guu episodes.

And I have just been corrected, there really are some moments when Guu is genuinely creepy though

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Phantom · October 14th, 2008, 09:01 PM

Watch Night;Head.

Mystic Gohan · October 14th, 2008, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeshi

And I have just been corrected, there really are some moments when Guu is genuinely creepy though

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I was think more along the lines of some Dama themed episodes. Especially when she is chasing after the doctor.

Rain · October 15th, 2008, 12:00 AM

Perfect Blue.

Jeht · October 15th, 2008, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Rain

Perfect Blue.

now that was a twisted anime. when i show it to people they are freaked out that anime can be like that

Leader Desslock · October 15th, 2008, 12:10 AM

I'm one of those people that just can't find animation scary, so I'd argue there really aren't any anime "horror" titles. There are, however, plenty of titles with dark and supernatural themes, ancient evil, and the like. I suppose if that's what you're shooting for, then... it should be easy to list a few titles.

I'd recommend the original Hellsing. I'd also recommend the Cowboy Bebop movie, since it's set during Hallowe'en, it can be watched in one sitting, and it's quite a good show.

Other than that... hmmm.... Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust, maybe?

You know, anime's just not the medium you need. You're scared of straight horror movies, so have you considered renting some of the MST3K versions of some cheesy shlock horror flicks?

I prefer renting bad horror films (i.e.: Ginger Snaps, anything by Uwe Boll) and MST3K-ing them myself. It's a fun group activity for Hallowe'en, if you're inclined to just sit around watching movies.

KT Kore · October 15th, 2008, 12:12 AM

Are there any anime that have legitimately freaked people out? I have yet to find one. Being animated, it really does kill any chance of it reaching the effect of it actually being "scary." I think the only way it would work is if they just went with cheap scare tactics, like a really quiet scene and then something happening out of the blue when you don't expected, accompanied by a really loud noise or something.

Usually horror anime, to me, are just really atmospheric. Most of the time that's enough. Atmosphere can go a long way.

Scandiadream · October 15th, 2008, 02:58 AM

How about Vampire Princess Miyu? It is very underrated. I especially like the TV series.

superplough · October 15th, 2008, 03:07 AM

Know what would be cool, If AN had a halloween themed banner like the awesome Kingdom Hearts one last year

Tonyx35 · October 15th, 2008, 06:30 AM

Blood: The last Vampire

DazarGaidin · October 15th, 2008, 06:32 AM

THis is gonna sound wimpy, but xxxholic creeped me out a few times. The episode where he draws the water from that well was a good one. Its not all about gore, its just the mysterious and creepy vibe it gives.

October 14th, 2008, 08:09 PM	#1
Jeshi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 53	Halloween! Horror! Anime! Since Halloween is coming up and all, in the sense that come people like to marathon horror movies around this time, I like to watch horror Anime around this time(because I'm to cowardly to watch actual horror movies and Anime being animated makes it less scary XD) So this topic is for 1) Discussion about good horror Anime. 2) Anything else that's related to Anime and Halloween. __________________ Disclaimer: Everything I say is just my opinion, and I'm not trying to claim its a fact, and everything you say is just your opinion as well.

October 14th, 2008, 08:54 PM	#3
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October 14th, 2008, 08:57 PM	#4
Mystic Gohan Conan is busy... Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 641	Yeah I'll just watch some Hare+Guu episodes. __________________ 1. Hagaren 2. GITS 3. Dragon Ball 4. One Piece 5. Cowboy Bebop 6. Law of Ueki 7. Hare+Guu 8. Gurren-Lagann 9. Now and Then, Here and There 10. Earth Defense Family Reading - HunterXHunter 235, Reborn! 171, 666 Satan 55, Toto! 13, Fairy Tail 12, Negima 8, Law of Ueki Plus 4, Gash Bell 2, Deadman Wonderland 2 Watching - One Piece 372, Soul Eater 29, Eureka Seven 38, Turn A Gundam 4, Tales of Abyss 4, Kyou no Go no Ni 3, Kannagi 3

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October 15th, 2008, 12:00 AM	#8
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October 14th, 2008, 08:22 PM	#2
Garma3 And long live the Principality Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 122	I'm personally prepping for a horror anime marathon with some of my friends for Halloween night. Planning on watching Hellsing OVA 1-4 followed by Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust. It's gonna be a great time!

October 15th, 2008, 12:10 AM	#10
Leader Desslock Watching Reign: The Conqueror Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 13,548	I'm one of those people that just can't find animation scary, so I'd argue there really aren't any anime "horror" titles. There are, however, plenty of titles with dark and supernatural themes, ancient evil, and the like. I suppose if that's what you're shooting for, then... it should be easy to list a few titles. I'd recommend the original Hellsing. I'd also recommend the Cowboy Bebop movie, since it's set during Hallowe'en, it can be watched in one sitting, and it's quite a good show. Other than that... hmmm.... Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust, maybe? You know, anime's just not the medium you need. You're scared of straight horror movies, so have you considered renting some of the MST3K versions of some cheesy shlock horror flicks? I prefer renting bad horror films (i.e.: Ginger Snaps, anything by Uwe Boll) and MST3K-ing them myself. It's a fun group activity for Hallowe'en, if you're inclined to just sit around watching movies. __________________ Desslock's opinion doesn't even factor in because he's played Devil's advocate for both sides of the argument... ~Chuchuchrain

October 15th, 2008, 12:12 AM	#11
KT Kore Who ate all the gabagool? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 4,872	Are there any anime that have legitimately freaked people out? I have yet to find one. Being animated, it really does kill any chance of it reaching the effect of it actually being "scary." I think the only way it would work is if they just went with cheap scare tactics, like a really quiet scene and then something happening out of the blue when you don't expected, accompanied by a really loud noise or something. Usually horror anime, to me, are just really atmospheric. Most of the time that's enough. Atmosphere can go a long way. __________________ MyAnimeList Profile

October 15th, 2008, 02:58 AM	#12
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