With a single location and tiny budget, this almost wordless film is a great example of what it possible when you don't overthink things. It's just a shame it didn't get a universal release at the time, having premiered on streaming only – via Hulu in the US and Disney+ in the UK.

Some of the new horror movies coming out this year include sequels like "M3GAN 2.0" and "The Conjuring: Last Rites," and originals like "Companion."

All the horror in The Block Island Sound stems from the aliens; yet, the film never shows these aliens or their mode of transportation. Instead, we see the horrific side effects of these attempted interactions.

With the holidays firmly in the rearview mirror, the start of the spring movie season still months away, and much of the entertainment industry laser-focused on the Oscar race, January is often a barren time for new film releases.