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arabera Jericha Willis 6 years ago

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Horror Concept Map

Horror encompasses a variety of themes and elements that evoke fear and fascination. Aristotle's concept of catharsis highlights the emotional release experienced through horror, while Stephen King emphasizes the role of the unknown and imagination in eliciting fear.

Horror Concept Map

Floating topic

Concept of Horror

Horror in Literature

The Tell-Tale Heart
Good vs. Evil

Horror in Film

The Shining
time and space
Psychological horror
the monster within
Elements
Lighting

suspense and shock

Sound

Anticipation

Camera shots

Atmosphere

Patterns
Redemption
Lost cause
Desolation
Isolation

The Psychology of Fear

Scared Witless
simulated risk

mastery testing

Reading/watching something suspenseful or scary

constructed gender roles

Females are supposed to be upset and dependent

Males are supposed to be strong and unresponsive

Snuggle Theory

startle reflex

Amygdala

a whole series of motor neurons throughout the brainstem and spinal cord; activates when scared

Theories of Fear

Aristotle
Catharsis

Release of strong emotion

immaterial

Dread

Fascination

Sigmund Freud
ego

our personality

molded by environment, and upbringing

id

emotions and feelings

buried below the surface of the conscious mind

superego

our conscience

sense of guilt and knowledge of right and wrong

Stephen King on Fear
Curiosity

Not knowing

Imagination
Phobias