22 Feb The Philosophy of Horror: A Symphony of Film Theory
After watching The Philosophy of Horror: A Symphony of Film Theory, reflect on how the film explores the emotional and intellectual appeal of horror. What emotions did the film make you feel? What thoughts did the film make you think? What images evoked a response and why? How did the music and sound effect your experience? How did the film engage you with both intellectual and visceral reactions to horror?
Reference Noel Carroll’s article “The Philosophy of Horror – Why do Audiences Crave Horror” and Aaron Smuts’ “Cognitive and Philosophical Approaches to Horror” where Smuts critiques Carroll’s seminal book The Philosophy of Horror for support. By delving into Carroll’s and Smuts’ theories, you will gain a richer understanding of why horror captivates audiences and how it taps into our deepest anxieties and curiosities. Discuss how Carroll’s and Smuts’ theories are evoked in the film?
Also, reference Psychology Today’s “Why Sound is so Important in Horror Movies” and “Without Sound, Horror Movies Just Aren’t Scary.” Explain in detail and provide specific examples from the readings and the art film to support your response.
Follow MLA guidelines. Reference at least two of the sources and provide two direct quotes for support. Make sure to include documentation (in-text citations and signal phrases) as well as a works cited page. The response will be 350-400 words.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-we-love-horror/202209/why-sound-is-so-important-in-horror-movies
