The Ring was another film which contributed to our teaser trailer. Samara is the paranormal protagonist who develops this killer videotape to haunt and kill those who watch it. This idea has influenced my film because of the 'haunting' aspect from a child. Again it plays on the idea of taking the innocence from the nature of a child and turning into a twisted, horrifying tale.
The Amityville Horror was probably the biggest influence on the idea of our film, this used not only the ghostly child aspect but also the haunted, abandoned, history-filled house. The idea of history repeating itself because of the evil this house possesses. It is a classic convention used by horror movies, a tragic accident which happened years before repeats itself in the modern day. This type of story line still grips audiences fears as well as subverting their expectations because of the haunting techniques which are used. A simple empty room with a open frame which leaves space for something to fill can leave viewers in suspense and on edge. Or a heart-pumping, frantic chase scene where the victims will forever run but the villain will only slowly stalk behind them.
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