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  The preference for phone interviews by corporate recruiters has been a well-established trend for quite some time. Phone interviews are preferred as a preliminary way of screening candidates before the shortlisted ones are invited over at the company offices in person for the final rounds. It is an effective way to go through and screen large candidate pools wherever the number of applicants are more than, say, fifty.  As many of the recruiters in the organization may be working remotely, a telephone call may be the most convenient way of interviewing candidates and assessing their potential.

Phone interviews are as challenging for the recruiters as they are for the candidates as many direct communication cues and visual overtones are absent, and the recruiter has to rely solely on the verbal communication between him / her and the candidate.

Following are some tips to decode the phone interviews and guide the candidates advance through the interview process.

There’s many a thing that makes a hella-good horror film.

There’s a thick plot drawing us into the darkness, there’s the characters unveiling the true horror in the world, and then there’s a good ol’ fashioned jumpscare to bring you back to the moment.

But sometimes it's the things away from the big screen that inspire true terror.

With the onset of a global pandemic, things can seem pretty scary right now. So, if you’re torn between anxiety, your love of horror, and working from home, I thought I’d provide you with a list of wholesome horror flicks that can remind you of the good in the world.

I’ve even identified where you can find them on streaming sites, and included the trailers to help you take your pick. 

Still stumped for inspo? Check out my special mentions of movies designed to make you feel good.

And before I launch into the list, it’s gonna be okay - I promise. 

Netflix

Insidious 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuZnRUcoWos 

The whole Insidious franchise is crammed full of feel-good vibes, reminding us of the family values you don’t see in a Tory election campaign. Each film has its own special touch of wholesomeness, but The Last Key and Chapter 2 stand out the most to me. 

Insidious Chapter 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBbi4NeebAk

Insidious Chapter 3 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HxEXnVSr1w

Insidious: The Last Key

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acQyrwQyCOk 

Goosebumps 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cn716jv61s

Hotel Transylvania 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYgzizpCTKU

Monster House 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEkeZhWbW7U

Wallace And Gromit (Most of the franchise)

They might not be from the creators of The Conjuring, but these short films pack a punch with their mysterious story-lines and cheesy characters.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZrEzkLmgRM 

The Exorcism Of Emily Rose 

Okay, this ‘based on a true story’ film does not reek of positive vibin’, but the characters’ desire to tell Emily Rose’s story gives this horror classic the happy ending we all need right now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bi-PLwxwvy8

Monster House 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEkeZhWbW7U

Of every film on this list, and of every story told on this blog, you’ll see a pattern emerging: ghosts bad, people good. But this kid’s movie puts a new spin on spooky things.

Warm Bodies 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07s-cNFffDM

The World’s End

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n__1Y-N5tQk

Amazon Prime

Corpse Bride 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tpLNUI9rQU

The Woman In Black

Honestly, I’m torn on this one. It’s a fantastic film twinning its gothic aesthetic with a depressing plot, but this is hardcore horror. The mixed ending might whiff of wholesomeness, but it also pongs of sadness.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPYMUnJGURI 

The Vvitch 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQXmlf3Sefg 

Films You Need To Purchase To Stream/ Totally Not Stream Illegally Cause That Would Be Wrong

The Conjuring 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFsmuRPClr4 

What We Do In The Shadows

Adorable vampires, hilarious policemen, and a Noseferatu character I personally relate to? This film is horror-comedy at its peak.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAZEWtyhpes 

The Exorcist

It’s considered one of the scariest horror films to date - but it has a happy ending, too.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDGw1MTEe9k 

The Final Girls

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zreNh78kTjg 

Hocus Pocus

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4e6YQFrt1s 

Beetlejuice

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ickbVzajrk0  

Ghostbusters 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hDkhw5Wkas 

The Nun

Sisterhood and sassy Canadians? Sure, it features one of the most iconic horror movie monsters of the 2010s, but it also features a plotline showcasing how even the most evil of entities can be defeated via teamwork. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzD9zGcUNrw 

Scooby Doo 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3dbeI0BU1k

Scooby Doo 2 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT76WvGRGEs

As Above So Below 

Alongside the hunt for a mystical object lost to history books, we see a rag-tag group of explorers take on their personal demons as well as those from the Underworld. If you struggle to forgive yourself for your past mistakes, this film is for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVuv1Ey3oIM

Mama

The inspiration behind this post, Mama is one of my fave horror films of all time. And no, it’s not just because Jamie Lannister is one of the main characters. (Promise.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Am7i7uM9r0

Poltergeist 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eZgEKjYJqA

IT Chapter 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhJ5P7Up3jA 

Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vlya92LZqZw 

So - What Are You Watching Tonight?