2. What are some of the theories around the popularity of horror films?
3. How do horror films relate to nightmares?
3. How do horror films relate to nightmares?
The negativity of horror movies intensify the positive feelings when the hero triumphs at the end of the movie. There are different theories, such as the "Disposition Alignment Theory" that state people find it satisfying when people who deserve to get killed get killed in horror films, or the "Sensation Seeking Theory", that states people crave the adrenaline from watching these movies. Overall, Horror films trigger our curiosity. They're a reflection of our societal fears, allowing us to relate to their themes. There are 4 different ways people feel about/watch horror movies: Gore watching, Thrill watching, Independent watching, and problem watching. Like dreams/nightmares, movies allow us to work through our personal problems and traumas.
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