Golden Nightmares: A History of Horror at the Academy Awards

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Historically, the horror genre has had a complicated relationship with the Oscars, but there have been several landmark moments where these films managed to triumph. Here are the most significant cases: The Big Winners (Major Categories)   The Silence of the Lambs (1991): It is the only horror film (though often classified as a psychological thriller) to win the "Big Five": Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Adapted Screenplay. The Exorcist (1973): This was the first horror film ever nominated for Best Picture. It took home two statues: Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound.... Read More