Considering how far-fetched ghouls and goblins really are, the fact that supernatural creatures and unkillable slashers (pointing my finger at you, Jason Voorhees!) are so inextricably linked to big-screen chills and thrills rings more than a bit false. While vampires, werewolves and assorted other creepy-crawlers are fun to watch, the real world has always been far more terrifying. People are often riding an emotional rollercoaster based on the life they’ve led and the experiences that have shaped them (as Pixar brilliantly taught us this summer). Sometimes, these same individuals can turn on those around them, even the people they call friends.

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