So again I was pondering the various attributes films of the horror genre carry and one film seemed to list the key RULES. I am of course talking about SCREAM. I mean, who doesn't just love David Arquette' s hokey acting? Brilliant. But for all of us horror connoisseurs what are the key elements to a good horror? So I think it's time for my top 10!
1. A good cast.
2. A good script.
3. A memorable killer/killers/substance/monster or beast.
4. A painful kill that makes you go "Oooooouch!"
5. A hot girl or guy (always a must).
6. Realisum! We don't want to see the wires guys!
7. Continuity! There have been many mistakes in this area that take us completely out of the moment. Saw 3, Nightmare on Elm St. and SCREAM to name a few.
8. Not too many sequels! Unless it carries on a good (entertaining) plot, then let is die already!
9. Unusual camera and editing - something that has a bit of WOW to it. Like Midnight meat train - Camera and editing beautifully done.
10. ORIGINALITY! No over done re-makes PLEASE! Some classic horror's have been so over made I loose count! Leave them to be remembered in dignity!
So I leave you with this; What's the most annoying horror mis-hap you care to mention?2. A good script.
3. A memorable killer/killers/substance/monster or beast.
4. A painful kill that makes you go "Oooooouch!"
5. A hot girl or guy (always a must).
6. Realisum! We don't want to see the wires guys!
7. Continuity! There have been many mistakes in this area that take us completely out of the moment. Saw 3, Nightmare on Elm St. and SCREAM to name a few.
8. Not too many sequels! Unless it carries on a good (entertaining) plot, then let is die already!
9. Unusual camera and editing - something that has a bit of WOW to it. Like Midnight meat train - Camera and editing beautifully done.
10. ORIGINALITY! No over done re-makes PLEASE! Some classic horror's have been so over made I loose count! Leave them to be remembered in dignity!
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