5 Great Needle Drops In Horror Movies
Since the beginning of movies, they've been accompanied by music. There are two forms of music in movies: diegetic, which is heard by the characters within the context of the movie; and non-diegetic music that cannot be heard by the characters, only the audience. Both are among the most important aspects of movie making and movie-going. That's why needle drops can be a make-it or break-it moment in movies.
The term «needle drop» refers to the use of a song in a movie that wasn't specifically made for that movie. One problem that many needle-drops have been running into is that some really have no point to them. But good needle drops, whether diegetic or non-diegetic, can really set the tone for a scene or tell the audience about the state of a character.
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When thinking of the best needle drops in cinematic history, many film and music buffs will think of filmmakers like Martin Scorcese or Quentin Tarantino. But good needle drops aren't exclusive to thrillers, comedies, and dramas. Some of the best movies with needle drops are those that elicit fear. Horror has a great collection of these moments, especially when trying to elicit a mood or tone. Many pop and rock songs have garnered new meaning after being featured in horror movies, such as those below.
Jordan Peele's Get Out was an absolute breakout into the horror genre, and within one movie, cemented Peele's name as a horror icon. In one memorable scene, the movie features quite a popular needle drop with Childish Gambino's «Redbone,» which plays in the first scene the audience meets the protagonist.
Not only is it a great song, but it also teases the themes and meaning of the movie with its «Stay Woke» lyric, as well as
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