Why DO We Love Horror?
Why DO We Love Horror?
When I tell people my favorite genre of films and television is horror, I often get asked “Why?” The tone of the question ranges from mild curiosity to, ironically, horror. Some people simply wonder what there is to like about something created to scare you, while others wonder if they should now be scared OF you.
While it’s a fair question, pinpointing an answer isn’t so simple. Scientists found it a complicated enough question to warrant several studies done over t