Horror Film Terms

noun an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust

adjective causing feelings of fear, shock, or disgust

• The horror genre is known for its ability to evoke fear and suspense in audiences.
• I love watching horror movies with my friends, it always gets us screaming!
• That haunted house was so creepy, it gave me the heebee jeebees!
• The horror of losing a loved one can feel like a never-ending nightmare.

noun a type of film or other artistic work that is of low quality or poorly made, often characterized by excessive violence, gore, or sensationalism

• The film was widely criticized for being a schlockfest of poor acting and low production values.
• That movie was a total schlockfest - I couldn't stop laughing at how bad it was!
• I can't believe you actually enjoy watching that schlockfest of a TV show.
• The party turned into a schlockfest of bad music and awkward dancing.