While horror is pretty low in my genre rankings, the 2010's have given us a lot very interesting horror features with a huge amount of variety.
There have some great viewing experiences for different age groups, demographics and there have been many different types of horror's. From body to psychological, gore, comedy, animated, stop-motion, mockumentary and some that I struggle to fit into any category.
One thing's for sure, the 2010's have given me hope in a genre that I always felt have interesting ideas, but never fulfilling them.
I am happy to see that my top 10 has ended up being as varied as the genre has been in this particular decade.
I would normally give some honorable mentions. But there are so many that I could mention, that this would become more of an essay.
10) The Babadook - A chilling and very effective horror with a powerhouse leading performance from Essie Davis.
It may have effective scares. But the themes of grief, depression and motherhood enhance every bit of the story and make it an incredibly rewarding watch.
All of this from the directorial debut of Jennifer Kent makes it even more impressive.
9) Frankenweenie - A touching and heart-warming horror is not something you experience every day.
But Tim Burton gave us one that is ideal for family viewing.
While youngsters may not realise that it is paying homage to classic horror, this film shows a lot as to why kids do love horror, Halloween and all things scary.
8) What We Do In The Shadows - A very funny comedy horror with a mockumentary structure that could easily challenge 'This Is Spinal Tap'.
It shows three vampires struggling with the mundane aspects of modern life.
Director Taika Waititi's brand of comedy has gained a large following since then and has also given birth to a successful TV series.
7) A Quiet Place - A horror sci-fi with an effective concept, a well developed script and a viewing experience like no other.
Director John Krasinski along with his wife Emily Blunt both star in this tense and thrilling feature with countless memorable sequences.
When a film can make a packed cinema completely quiet, you know they have done something right.
6) Train To Busan - One of the best zombie films of all-time. This South Korean feature has all the thrills and tension you could ever want.
It goes at such a pace you won't have time to take a breather, there's many well drawn out characters and surprising amount of heart when you least expect it.
You won't find many zombie films better than this.
5) The Cabin In The Woods - Horrors that make fun of their own faults and tropes gets a big tick in my book.
Scream did it in the 90's and now director Joss Whedon gives us a super clever look at breaking down the Horror genre and making it a highly entertaining piece of work.
It also features a Chris Hemsworth before he became famous.
4) Split - M. Night Shyamalan's thriller that sees three girls kidnapped by a man with 23 different personalities.
James McAvoy gives a career best performance and Shyamalan's gives us another reason why we should never disregard his talent.
It's thrilling, exciting and has that vintage final act twist that only Shyamalan can pull off.
3) One Cut Of The Dead - If you think there are no more original films out there, then you clearly haven't seen this Japanese treat.
This comedy horror is incredibly clever, funny and constantly surprises you. Each act of the movie is totally different and still manages maintain its narrative.
This will mess with your senses in the most refreshing way.
2) Mother! - Darren Aronofsky's psychological horror that could well his most divisive.
I'm certainly on the side of loving it. I found it incredibly unsettling, nightmarish, incredibly well designed and utilises its themes with great effect.
It's not for everyone. But one way or another, it will make you in an extreme way.
1) Black Swan - Aronofsky makes a second venture in my list with his 2010 Oscar-Winning ballet nightmare.
When a committed dancer lands the lead role in a new production of 'Swan Lake', paranoia sinks in and her sanity is tested when she believes everyone is after her role.
A masterful performance by Natalie Portman along with Aronofsky's style gives us a highly engaging viewing experience that many have it high up in their list of greatest films of the 2010's.
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