The construction industry, often seen as a symbol of progress and development, can also be a setting for terror and suspense. This curated list of horror films focuses on builders, construction sites, and the eerie secrets they might hold. From haunted houses to cursed projects, these films offer a unique blend of horror and the everyday world of construction, providing a thrilling experience for fans of both genres.
The House on Haunted Hill (1959)
Description: A millionaire offers a group of people $10,000 to spend the night in a haunted house, which was once a site of construction and now holds dark secrets.
Fact: The film was remade in 1999 with a more modern twist but keeps the original's eerie setting.
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The Haunting (1963)
Description: This classic horror film features a group of people investigating a haunted mansion, which was once a construction site. The eerie atmosphere and psychological horror make it a fitting addition to this list.
Fact: The film was based on Shirley Jackson's novel "The Haunting of Hill House." It was remade in 1999 with a different focus but retains the original's chilling essence.
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The Amityville Horror (1979)
Description: While not directly about builders, the film involves a family moving into a house with a dark history, where renovations and construction work reveal supernatural occurrences.
Fact: The film is loosely based on a real-life case of alleged paranormal activity in Amityville, New York.
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The Fog (1980)
Description: A small town is terrorized by a mysterious fog that brings with it the spirits of builders who died during the construction of the town's lighthouse.
Fact: John Carpenter directed this film, which has become a cult classic in the horror genre.
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The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not directly about builders, the film involves a schoolteacher who wakes from a coma with psychic abilities, uncovering a dark secret related to a construction project.
Fact: Based on Stephen King's novel, the film was directed by David Cronenberg, known for his psychological horror films.
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The Others (2001)
Description: Although not explicitly about builders, the film involves a family living in a house where renovations and construction work reveal ghostly presences.
Fact: The film was shot in Spain, with the house itself becoming a character in the story.
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Session 9 (2001)
Description: A crew of asbestos cleaners working in an abandoned mental hospital discovers tapes that reveal the building's dark history during its construction.
Fact: The film uses real locations, adding to its eerie authenticity.
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The Skeleton Key (2005)
Description: A hospice nurse working in an old plantation house discovers a secret room that was once used for construction work, leading to supernatural events.
Fact: The film was shot on location in New Orleans, adding authenticity to its Southern Gothic atmosphere.
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The Innkeepers (2011)
Description: Two employees at a historic inn, which is about to close for renovations, encounter paranormal activity linked to the building's past construction.
Fact: The film was shot in the Yankee Pedlar Inn in Connecticut, which is said to be haunted.
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The Devil's Backbone (2001)
Description: Set during the Spanish Civil War, this film involves an orphanage where construction work uncovers a dark secret, leading to ghostly apparitions.
Fact: Directed by Guillermo del Toro, known for his unique approach to horror and fantasy.
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