Horror Films

Current Research on Audience Preferences and Reactions

James B Weaver editor Ron Tamborini editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc

Published:1st Jan '96

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Why do so many of us enjoy being told frightening stories? What are some of the consequences that result from such exposure? In light of the considerable popularity of horror films over the last three decades, these questions have become the focus of growing attention for many scholars. However, research on audience preferences for, and reactions to, horror films has been performed eclectically by investigators from varied theoretical and methodological backgrounds. As a result, the information has not been effectively integrated. This volume was written to address this problem and to position the study of audience responses to frightening fiction as a significant research topic.

"...does take some steps toward answering a preliminary, but generally neglected question: Why do we like to watch violent entertainment at all?"
Communication Research Trends

ISBN: 9780805811742

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 317g

216 pages