Originally Posted by tore

I don't think of it as distinct from horror. They have typical elements of horror movies, like supernatural stuff, spooks, people dying, perhaps some gore. They just happen to also have a great story.

They are distinct from horror movies like Anaconda or Scream, but I'd say the distinction happens at a lower level. Perhaps distinct subgenres? Either way, I have no problem calling both Scream and The Shining horror movies.