Typical conventions of a Horror

Conventions of a Horror: - Horror films are described to strive for the emotions of fear, disgust and horror from viewers. They frequently overlap with the thriller genre and play on the viewers worst fears and nightmares which is what creates such an impact from the viewers. They sometimes contain supernatural elements and ‘jump scenes’. - The atmosphere established a supernatural world, where fear is the common currency. Gloomy weather, shadowy locations and strange noises in the distance are just a few ways to establish that something wicked this way comes. Often, the amount of time and detail devoted to the atmosphere of a work of horror allows the environment to become a leading character in the work. -Works of horror often use graphic violence, strong language and sexual situations to evoke fear, anger and tension, respectively. While any or all of these devices may be implied, they are often explicit in today's horror. -Typically, the endings of horror works are left unresolved. Although cynics may claim that this device is used to create room for sequels, the traditional open-ended conclusion also gives the audience a sense that the threat still waits just around the corner. Amy Reeve and Charlotte Bone