10 Horror Movie Tropes That Can Ruin A Film
While movie tropes are unavoidable, certain clichés in horror films can detract from the overall viewing experience once they become apparent.
Movie tropes are inevitable, with some proving effective, but certain clichés in horror movies can spoil the overall viewing experience once they're recognized. While tropes are not inherently bad, and clever filmmakers can subvert or repurpose them, many overused plot devices have become stale and predictable. From the gratuitous killing of animals to elicit cheap emotional responses, to the convenient lack of cell phone service to isolate characters, these tropes often serve as crutches for lazy storytelling.
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