Here are some of the worst choices made by characters in horror films that had deadly consequences:<br /><br />1. **“Dawn of the Dead” (2004)** - The decision to leave the safety of the mall and attempt to escape on a boat led to chaos and death for many characters. Staying put might have been the safer option.<br /><br />2. **“Saw II” (2005)** - The characters' failure to work together and follow Jigsaw's instructions resulted in several unnecessary deaths. Their mistrust and refusal to cooperate sealed their fates.<br /><br />3. **“Hereditary” (2018)** - Annie's decision to participate in a seance to communicate with her dead daughter brought malevolent supernatural forces into her home, leading to a series of horrifying events.<br /><br />4. **“The Purge” (2013)** - James Sandin's decision to let a stranger into his fortified home during the Purge exposed his family to extreme danger from the outside attackers.<br /><br />5. **“28 Days Later” (2002)** - Jim’s decision to walk into an abandoned church and shout, "Hello?" alerted the infected to his presence, putting him in immediate danger.<br /><br />6. **“Scream” (1996)** - Tatum's decision to attempt to escape through a pet door in the garage while being chased by Ghostface was not only impractical but also led to her brutal death.<br /><br />7. **“A Nightmare on Elm Street” (1984)** - Glen falling asleep while on watch, despite knowing Freddy Krueger attacks in dreams, resulted in his violent and iconic death.<br /><br />8. **“Cabin in the Woods” (2012)** - The characters' decision to read from an ancient book in the basement, despite numerous warnings, unleashed a series of deadly supernatural events.<br /><br />9. **“The Mist” (2007)** - David's decision to prematurely end the lives of his companions to spare them from the horrors outside, only to be rescued moments later, was a heart-wrenching and tragic mistake.<br /><br />10. **“The Blair Witch Project” (1999)** - The characters' repeated decisions to ignore the signs and continue deeper into the woods, despite their growing fear and disorientation, led them directly into danger.<br /><br />What do you think was the dumbest decision ever made by a horror movie character? Let us know in the comments!
