Stephen Kingis one of the most influential names in horror, so when he praises a horror movie, it is certainly worth paying attention to.King’s horror novelshave helped shape the genre in modern pop culture, cementing him as one of the most prolific and successful authors in the genre.
With the success of his novels, there have also been plenty ofStephen King adaptations. Certainly, these movies range in quality, and there are some cases in whichKing has hated the adaptations of his work. However, with the likes ofThe Shining, Carrie,andItbecoming classics, his name means a lot to horror movies as well as books.
As much acclaim as King’s own work has gotten, the author has been enthusiastic about highlighting the horror movies that have impressed him. This has also included him naming morerecent horror movies, including one title that not many horror fans may be aware of.
Stephen King Called The Rule Of Jenny Pen The Best Horror Movie Since 2000
King Highlighted The Little-Seen Horror Movie As One Of The Best Movies Of The Last 25 Years
Stephen King recently participated in the industry-led poll that named theNew York Times' 100 best movies of the 21st century.King was among a collection of artists, including actors and filmmakers, who offered their opinions on the best movies of the last 25 years. Among King’s choices was the underseen horror movieThe Rule of Jenny Pen (viaThe New York Times).
Bong Joon-ho’sParasitetopped the New York Times' list of the best movies of the 21st century.
The Rule of Jenny Penis an eerie horror movie that stars Geoffrey Rush as a former judge who is reluctantly sent to a nursing home to recover. While there, he discovers that the seemingly bumbling fellow resident (John Lithgow) secretly rules the home through torment, all led by his ever-present hand puppet.
The Rule of Jenny Penearned solid reviews, with a 71% onRotten Tomatoes. However, it is still surprising that King named it the best horror movie of the 21st century. It stands out in his selections, which includeNo Country for Old Men, Brokeback Mountain,andChildren of Men, all movies that did make the top 100.
The movie didn’t receive a lot of attention elsewhere, but it is a movie that matches King’s tastes. Though they can go to supernatural places, many of King’s stories start with a relatable fear.The Rule of Jenny Pentackles aging and the fear of not being able to care for yourself, building atmospheric horror and dread to great effect.
The Only Other Horror Movie King Mentioned Was Train To Busan
King Was Also A Fans Of The Korean Zombie Movie Hit
Stephen King’s choices for the best movies of the 21st century show his interests beyond horror, including the selection ofRidley Scott’s war movieBlack Hawk Downand Clint Eastwood’s sports dramaMillion Dollar Baby. However, he did choose one other horror title besidesThe Rule of Jenny PenwithTrain to Busan.
King’s selection ofTrain to Busanshows his eclectic taste in horror movies, as it could not be more different fromThe Rule of Jenny Pen.
The South Korean zombie movieis a much more popular title, earning international success and revitalizing the zombie genre.Train to Busanfollows various characters aboard a speeding train as a zombie outbreak spreads through the passengers, while also turning the outside world into chaos. Together, they fight to survive and hopefully arrive somewhere safe.
King’s selection ofTrain to Busanshows his eclectic taste in horror movies, as it could not be more different fromThe Rule of Jenny Pen.Train to Busanis a fast-paced, gory, and exciting horror blockbuster that belongs just as much in the action thriller genre.
Typically, King’s horror stories don’t rely on big action set pieces like those inTrain to Busan. However, the way the zombie movie takes such a familiar horror subgenre and proves there is still fun to be had in it is impressive. Even without his love of horror, the entertainment ofTrain to Busanmakes it a worthy favorite forStephen King.
