Horror is about the fear of the unknown, and once themysteryis known no more horror.
The following films are examples of what not to do to make it keep the audience guessing.
The same night, Madison has visions of her husband being murdered before being attacked herself.
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This horror film centers on a woman who begins to experience terrifying visions of brutal murders.
As these visions intensify, she discovers that they are actually terrifying realities.
David develops a split personality that is responsible for all the deaths, including Davids wife.
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A series of events tests the beliefs of a small isolated countryside village.
Its basic due diligence as a parent to confirm her children are safe.
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Two siblings become increasingly frightened by their grandparents' disturbing behavior while visiting them on vacation.
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This horror film centers on a woman who begins to experience terrifying visions of brutal murders. As these visions intensify, she discovers that they are actually terrifying realities. She must uncover the connection between her traumatic past and the gruesome realities before it’s too late, leading to shocking revelations.
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Two siblings become increasingly frightened by their grandparents' disturbing behavior while visiting them on vacation.
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A year after the murder of her mother, a teenage girl is terrorized by a masked killer who targets her and her friends by using scary movies as part of a deadly game.
