Krista Banks (BloodyKitten)

A masterpiece it's not, but nevertheless this film certainly entertains. Innovative kills, surprisingly effective atmosphere, and a plot that actually takes itself seriously make Stagefright it a cut above many slashers of the late 80s (although the bulky owl mask may have been a bit much). It's not without its flaws (terrible acting, for one - plot holes, for another) but that certainly doesn't stop Stagefright from being a thoroughly entertaining film for genre fans.

A film I've had a fascination with since childhood, 'House of Wax' combines the camp of '50s gimmick horror with themes of art and suffering reminiscent of 'The Phantom of the Opera.' The story, originally explored in 1933's 'Mystery of the Wax Museum,' is an unforgettable one about a tortured artist driven to madness in his unrelenting pursuit of perfect beauty. Somehow, 'House' stands superior to its predecessor, whether due to its stunning array of colour, sense of fun and spectacle, or the sympathy Vincent Price brings to a character originally portrayed as menacing and cold. Whatever the reasons for it being so great, 'House of Wax' is a horror treasure that all genre fans are urged to experience.

One of the most striking, original movies I've ever seen, 'Repo!' is an absolutely breathtaking horror rock opera. Set in a dystopia as stylish as it is dreary, it combines operatic themes with the slickness of the modern slasher film to create something delightfully original and deliciously surreal. In addition, 'Repo!' boasts a fantastic soundtrack and a cast so impossibly mismatched it's tough not to love them. Certainly a film to invoke either adoration or loathing in its viewers, but either way it is absolutely destined to be a cult classic.