Atlanta’s iconic spooky movie history

Atlanta has a long history in filmmaking, with the 1941 “Swamp Water” being the first “talkie” created in Georgia, as well as a notable increase in filming over the past several years. Now with the Halloween season upon us, we’re taking a look at several memorable scary movies filmed in and around the city. These classics will elicit thrills and chills while giving a spooky view of some of the city’s history. Watch at your own discretion.

• “The House on Skull Mountain” (1974)

• “Halloween 2” (1981)

• “Cannibal Apocalypse” (1982)

• “Jason Lives: Friday The 13th Part VI” (1986)

• “Zombieland” (2009)

• “The Crazies” (2010)

• “The Walking Dead” (2010-present)

– MaryGrace Williams, 360 Media, Inc.