Berlin, with its rich history and dark past, provides a perfect backdrop for horror films. From the eerie remnants of the Berlin Wall to the shadowy corners of its underground bunkers, this city has inspired filmmakers to craft some of the most unsettling and thrilling horror movies. This collection showcases ten films that not only capture the essence of Berlin but also delve into the supernatural, psychological, and historical horrors that the city holds. Each film has been selected for its unique take on horror, ensuring a diverse and chilling viewing experience for Polish audiences.

"The Berlin Syndrome" (2017)
Opis: This psychological thriller/horror film follows a young Australian backpacker who becomes trapped in a Berlin apartment by a seemingly charming local man.
Fakt: The movie was shot in Berlin, showcasing the city's modern architecture alongside its darker, more isolated areas.


"The Experiment" (2001)
Opis: While not a traditional horror, this film delves into the psychological horror of human nature when a social experiment in a Berlin prison goes horribly wrong.
Fakt: The movie is based on the real-life Stanford prison experiment and was remade in Hollywood as "The Experiment."


"The Tunnel" (2001)
Opis: Although primarily a drama, this film has horror elements as it portrays the harrowing escape attempts through tunnels under the Berlin Wall, capturing the fear and desperation of the time.
Fakt: The film is based on true stories of escapes from East Berlin and was shot in both Berlin and Prague.


"The Bunker" (2001)
Opis: Set in the last days of WWII, this film explores the psychological horror of being trapped in a bunker beneath Berlin, where soldiers face their inner demons.
Fakt: The film was inspired by real events and the director, Rob Green, used actual WWII bunkers for authenticity.


"The Lives of Others" (2006)
Opis: This film, while a drama, has elements of psychological horror as it depicts the oppressive surveillance and control by the Stasi in East Berlin.
Fakt: It won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film and was shot in Berlin, capturing the city's atmosphere during the Cold War.


"The Wall" (2012)
Opis: This film explores the psychological horror of isolation when a woman finds herself trapped in a mysterious invisible wall in the outskirts of Berlin.
Fakt: The film is an adaptation of Marlen Haushofer's novel and was shot in Austria, but its themes resonate with Berlin's history of division.


"The Berlin File" (2013)
Opis: While not strictly a horror, this espionage thriller has elements of psychological horror with its intense atmosphere and high-stakes tension set in Berlin's cold war era.
Fakt: The film was a major box office success in South Korea and features scenes shot in Berlin's famous Checkpoint Charlie.


"The Devil's Violinist" (2013)
Opis: This film blends historical drama with supernatural horror, focusing on the life of Niccolò Paganini, whose visit to Berlin is filled with eerie and dark occurrences.
Fakt: The film features a haunting score composed by David Garrett, who also stars as Paganini.


"Goodnight Mommy" (2014)
Opis: This Austrian horror film, set in a secluded house near Berlin, explores the unsettling relationship between twin boys and their mother after she returns from cosmetic surgery.
Fakt: The film was Austria's entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards.


"Berlin Undead" (2010)
Opis: In this post-apocalyptic horror, Berlin is overrun by zombies. The film uses the city's iconic landmarks as a backdrop for survival and terror, making it a must-watch for fans of zombie flicks.
Fakt: The film was shot entirely in Berlin, utilizing real locations to enhance the realism of the zombie apocalypse setting.
