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James Wan's birthday: Best horror films

By Tanvi Gupta

1

'Saw' (2004)

James Wan's dive into horror began with a bang—the hit 'Saw.' Teaming up with Leigh Whannell, they conjured the first 'Saw' movie on a shoestring budget, grossing $103M worldwide. 

2

'Dead Silence' (2007)

'Dead Silence' is an underrated gem in Wan's repertoire. Following Jamie Ashen's (Ryan Kwanten) quest after his wife's brutal murder, the film unveils secrets in the eerie town of Raven's Fair. 

3

'Insidious' (2010)

Wan struck horror gold with 'Insidious'—a collaborative masterpiece with Whannell—that premiered to wild acclaim at the Toronto International Film Festival. 

4

'The Conjuring' (2013)

Among the "spookiest" films of the last decade, 'The Conjuring' tops the list! In this, Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga bring to life the real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. 

5

'Malignant' (2021)

After numerous franchise installments, Wan returned to his horror roots with 'Malignant.' It revolves around a woman who grapples with visions of real-life murders. 

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