Horror Films and Heartbreaking Tragedies: A Powerful Combination
Horror movies often incorporate tragic and heartbreaking scenes that make the movie more powerful and allow audiences to connect with the characters and story on a deeper level. Some of the most prolific industry creatives are experts at incorporating heartbreaking elements into their stories.
The movie adaptation of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary has a tragic scene that is incredibly brutal and shocking, setting the foundation for the rest of the movie. Similarly, The Mist, a horror movie directed by Frank Darabont, builds up to a heartbreaking ending. The movie tells the story of a couple, James and Kristen, who are tormented by masked murderers in their quiet, secluded home. As they fight for their lives, they also fight for each other, but ultimately, they are outnumbered and realize there’s no escaping their fate.
The Strangers, a 2008 home invasion horror film, was inspired by real-life violent crimes and features a brutal and notorious murder. The movie’s finale is a tragic and heartbreaking scene that leaves audiences feeling devastated. James and Kristen, the main characters, are forced to confront the reality of their situation and ultimately meet a tragic end.
These types of heartbreaking scenes in horror movies can make audiences forget that they are supposed to be scared and not heartbroken. However, they also allow audiences to connect with the characters on a deeper level and make the movie more memorable.
