Horror Film Studies

Horror Film Studies is an academic field that analyzes movies designed to evoke fear, suspense, and dread. It explores how these films use themes, storytelling techniques, visuals, sound, and cultural contexts to create emotional reactions. The discipline examines the history and evolution of the genre, understandings of symbolism, and societal fears reflected in horror movies. By studying these films, scholars gain insights into human psychology, cultural anxieties, and the power of storytelling to elicit intense emotional responses. Essentially, it is a way to understand what makes horror films captivating and how they reflect or shape societal issues.