In a horror movie, an eclipse—a surreal occurrence that can shroud a sunny day in total darkness, or blot the moon from the night sky—is an excellent way to telegraph that something ominous will soon happen, as well as emphasize the idea that cosmic forces are controlling the fate of its characters.
With a historic total solar eclipse coming April 8, you’ve got just enough time to prepare yourself by getting your safety glasses in order… and considering all the worst-case scenarios explored in these films.
