There are some who view scary movies as a product of society in decay, and the increased interest or need for violence to be satisfied. This theory bears some scrutiny, and really in the end doesn’t hold much weight. Even the earliest societies had their “monsters” or stories of gods, men and beasts that committed terrifying horrors. If you think Hannibal Lector in scary, try reading some of the stories in Greek mythology, the ones that are related to cannibalism. Even the bible has its giants, destructions of whole cities, and the wrathful God that may stomp on people until his feet are wet with their blood.
There’s something to the cautionary tale (warning) theory when we watch some scary movies in particular. They do seem to portray chaos that occurs when people venture outside of what is considered societal norms. They have been used in the past to promote themes of how innocence may prevail. A huge criticism of the movie “Halloween” was that the only surviving character was virginal and sexually inexperienced. They make some of these scary films so many will not experience sex and so forth, trying to set values for people. Which is crazy because I never got those values from watching a horror film?
I watched a movie called The Last House on the Left this week and it had to be one of the most vicious movies I have ever seen. Of course I was jumping and screaming every now and then but if someone awful was hurting someone I loved I’d definitely go out of my way to get revenge. It’s sad that people have to kidnap, assault, and kill. It’s depressing to know that we have citizens who are sick in the head and actually find this enjoyable.
Some studies imply that the real draw to a scary movie is the feeling that it is over but many people argue that the reason they like watching scary movies is that they are a way to experience both positive and negative emotions all at the same time. I certainly love watching scary movies, and the adrenaline rush. You know you’re going to be scared but you also know that you’re safe. After all it’s just a movie.
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Hi, my name is Tiffany Crum. I'm 18 years old, I've always been one of the youngest in my class. 2009 Graduate of Chuckey-Doak High School. Throughout High School I was on the National Honors Society and I played volleyball and softball. Volleyball being my favorite. I was also Secretary Class Officer and voted Bestlooking. I now live in Wisconsin, I moved here from a small town called Greeneville, Tennessee. It's quite the place you would call boring! I have a fifteen year old brother that still lives in Tennessee. I also have a two year old sister and two months old baby brother that both live here in Genoa with me and my family. I moved to Wisconsin to live with my mom and to go to college here. I am attending Western Tech this semester to pursue my career as a Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist. It was a random program to pick while i was choosing but i think it fits me best.
I'm the kind of girl who is up for anything. I consider myself nice, and I can talk about anything. I'm random. I can't concentrate on a conversation if the TV's on. My middle name is Dawn. I love surprises. I'm fascinated with taking pictures, especially black & white. I like people who are sarcastic and laugh about anything, then again I can be the one who is still comfortable around shy & quiet people. I never assume someone's not being honest with me. I trust too much. I'm always organized. Well that's a little bit about my life.
I'm the kind of girl who is up for anything. I consider myself nice, and I can talk about anything. I'm random. I can't concentrate on a conversation if the TV's on. My middle name is Dawn. I love surprises. I'm fascinated with taking pictures, especially black & white. I like people who are sarcastic and laugh about anything, then again I can be the one who is still comfortable around shy & quiet people. I never assume someone's not being honest with me. I trust too much. I'm always organized. Well that's a little bit about my life.
I hate scary movies....at least when I watch them by myself. I get way too scared. My youngest daughter loves scary movies, which really surprises me since when she was growing up, it was something that she had no access to. The few times I have watched a scary movie...my husband scares me even worse than the movie itself, by making noises and making me jumpy.
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