How can horror movies make us experience the sensation of fear, even though there is no true threat?
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When watching a horror movie, it’s usually not ourselves that we’re afraid of, but for the characters in that situation. It’s an instinct to want to protect those around us, and if the character is finding themselves in a bad situation, we’re terrified and helpless.
An extra layer of fear lies in the relatability of the situation to ourselves. That’s why some people could laugh a bit at gore, but are spooked by psychological horrors.
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