The Blair Witch Project captivated audiences on its release, approaching horror with a 'tell but not show' that made the supposed disappearance of the film's stars feel realistic. The approach paid off, as the film is one of the highest-grossing films ever with an estimated budget of $200,000 to $750,000 and ended up making $250 million worldwide in 1999.
The 10 Best The Blair Witch Project Rip-offs
The effect of The Blair Witch Project on the found footage genre has led to many trying to capture the same atmosphere and terror of the film.