transformation horror

Transformation horror is a subgenre of horror fiction that explores characters undergoing disturbing or unnatural physical or mental changes. These transformations often symbolize fears of loss of identity, autonomy, or humanity, and evoke feelings of dread and helplessness. Examples include characters turning into monsters, being mutated, or experiencing mind-altering effects. The genre taps into anxiety about uncontrollable change and the boundaries of human nature, emphasizing the unsettling process of transformation rather than just the end result. It uses these metamorphoses to examine deeper themes about selfhood, technology, or societal pressures.