The floor creaks, the music turns ominous and an uneasy quiet sets in. Then BAM! It’s the classic jump scare. This staple of horror movies, when done well, is instantly memorable. With Times film ...

What are the key parts to making any film terrifying? Some mostly say it's the suspense, atmosphere, or build-up; others might say it's the performances. But a major component, and one so synonymous ...

A well-executed jump scare gets the heart racing and makes you jolt with shock and terror. Many times, jump scares don't work because they often feel cheap, a way to ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A horror film’s final surviving protagonist creeps through a dark ...

Instead of the very sleek and civil Agatha Christie-style murderfests Cortland Repertory Theatre revels in every summer, this year’s CRT mystery is the taut little thriller “Wait Until Dark,” by ...

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