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 ...

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 ...

The second installment of the Final Destination franchise continues the theme of escaping death’s design. A group of survivors cheats death in a massive highway pileup as one of them foresees it.

One of the most common staples in horror films is the jump scare. This technique involves having a character enter a threatening situation, then get lulled into a false sense of safety, and then… bam!

Jump scares are an essential part of any horror TV show. They can range from being genuinely terrifying to somewhat comical, and the truly great ones are usually unforgettable, causing you to almost ...

As Halloween approaches, it’s getting scary out there. But, surprisingly, it’s not as jump-scary as it used to be. Since 2014, the number of jump scares cranked out by Hollywood has fallen ...

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 ...

In the modern era, those wanting to watch the latest new movies can check online to learn everything they need to know about them, but did you know that there are also helpful sites specifically ...