...July 15, 2013 Horror Movies In Stephen King’s “Why We Crave Horror Movies”, King explains that we all have a mental illness. Although we may have a slightly sick imagination, we typically find a way to satisfy our cravings like watching horror films. He stated that “if we share a brotherhood of man, then we also share an insanity of man… If we are all insane then sanity becomes a matter of degrees.” These statements are very powerful in relating to the article because of how strongly King accuses the audience of being insane. He follows with the different levels of insanity and how well we are at hiding it. It’s the difference between thinking of something horrible and actually acting on it. The author creates an eerie tone throughout the article which allows the audience to feel the strange insanity that he is discussing. Horror films are desired by many different types of people and the cravings come from an inner darkness that we all have; the measure of this bizarre craving all depends on how you choose to get your fix. I feel that those who crave horror movies are people who are searching for an adrenaline rush. Regardless of the frightfulness that I know I am soon to encounter, I often get very excited before watching horror films. I sit with my knees curled up to my chest and hands close to my eyes so that I can hide when something jumps out. Anything involving a paranormal theme, such as ghosts and poltergeists, I will find myself saying “oh my goodness! I want to...
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...ITT tECHNICAL INSTITUTE | Why we crave horror movies | A Steven King article | | Angela Hullman | 7/17/2015 | In this essay we focus on evaluating the article by Steven King to address the five elements of rhetorical situations. | Stephen King, the famous author of horror genre, discusses his views on why people crave horror movies. King has written many horror novels, some even have been adapted into films or television shorts’. First King examines what he considers to be the basic reasons behind our interests in horror movies, and then he analyzes deeper to develop reasons as to why horror films are so captivating. King first explores the obvious reasons stating “to show that we can, that we are not afraid, and that we can ride this roller coaster”. He suggests that horror films are much like roller coasters, in the way that they keep us guessing what will be next and make us scream at various parts in the ride. On the surface level, he states that we all watch horror movies for fun. He suggests that we watch for the adrenaline, the dare and to see how far it can push us, and that is what makes the horror genre experience so fun. King then delves into the less obvious reasons, the deeper reasons that many people may not quite be aware of consciously. He argues that horror movies will take away the “shades of grey” in life, and invites the viewers to revert back to a childish mindset, when you were able to see the world in black and white. He argues that...
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...Stephen King’s cause and effect essay entitled “Why We Crave Horror Movies”, the author suggests how horror movies serve a specific purpose. The author reveals the popularity of attending horror movies and he also provides reasons that explain this “craving” behavior. The author claims that attending horror movies is not just a trend but also a necessity. Throughout his essay he explains that society has two main reasons to watch horror movies. First by viewing these films, society fulfills their cravings for excitement and entertainment. Yet, society also watches horror movies to fulfill their “physiological need”. King states that society needs to watch horror movies in order to release dark fantasies so they don’t act on them and exercise their dark side for their overall all well-being. King introduces the subject of the essay with a shocking statement where he says “..we are all mentally ill” (522). The author utilizes stereotyping in order to convince the reader that his thoughts are not so clean and positive, as the reader thinks. Furthermore, the author wants to prove that watching horror movies is an independent decision and people are willing to dare the “nightmare”(King 522). To further expand on the main reasons why people like horror movies, through the use of metaphor the author...
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...The renowned author, Stephen King, develops his argument on why people crave horror movies. Structurally, King first starts by examining the simple and obvious reasons, and transitions to analyze the deeper, harder to see reasons as to why horror movies are so captivating. First of all, King states the obvious reasons of why many people crave horror movies. King compares horror movies to roller coasters. He argues that we can ride this roller coaster and not be scared just like watching a horror movie. A roller coaster makes us scream at various parts of the ride such as when it plows through the bottom of the lake, similar to how horror movies can make us scream at different parts of the movie. He says that on the surface level, we watch horror movies for that level of fun. He also says that we go for the dare of it, to see how far it can push us, and that is what makes the experience so fun....
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...Stephen King, a mastermind of the horror genre has taken the literature and film industry by storm from hit movies such as “The Shining” and successful novels such as “Carrie”. Stephen King has continuously illustrated that when it comes to horror there isn’t only one way to present a horrific story. In Stephen King’s essay “Why We Crave Horror Movies” he presents several rational explanations about why we love horror movies, even though it puts a peculiar fear in viewers. King utilizes persuasive techniques such as pathos and logos, as well as comparisons to real life events to draw connections between horror and other areas of entertainment which in the end illustrates why movie enthusiasts crave horror. Stephen King, born in Portland, Maine, has had to deal with change throughout his lifetime. As a young child his father, Donald King, departed the family leaving young King, brother David, and his mother Nellie Ruth behind. Soon after the departure they moved to Connecticut only to return to Maine. A traumatic event, only claimed to be true by King’s family, occurred involving a gruesome death of his friend. King doesn’t recall the train accident but it can be seen that witnessing something this gruesome can bring out a living horror in an individual. This event could be what drives...
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...Insanity In paragraph six of Stephan Kings Essay “Why we crave horror movies” he clearly states “The horror film has become the modern version of the public lynching” (paragraph 6) and honestly, he's right. Everyone in the human species has desires, some desires are well intended and others are not so much, in other words a good and a bad side. One side that wants to see the gory and evil aspects of life yet another side that wants to remain isolated and secure in the protected environment it is used to. People will step outside of their comfort zone to view a horror film to prove that they are not afraid and to have a good time as it is a form of entertainment. Although a public lynching and a scary movie are not on the same level of intensity, even though horror movies are greatly exaggerated, they do you have similarities. They both bring in the insanity out in people. Whether it is the insanity of the actors telling the story in the film or the audience watching it, their minds share a connection with each other as Mr. King said “If we share a brotherhood with man that be also share the insanity of man” (paragraph 11) however there are different levels of insanity. Ordinary people might think of people who talk to their self mentally insane but then contradict and do it themselves making everyone a little crazy so it is only natural that horror films appeal to people. There...
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...Stephen makes a somewhat insulting claim within his essay that we are all insane. This statement though is not one to be taken serious and is refering the wicked side of the human psyche.He blatantly voices his point of view when he states ,”The mythic horror movie...has a dirty job to do. It deliberately appeals to all that is worst in us”(King 11). This somewhat explains the grim satisfaction you may get when we see the horrific and bloody scenes depicted in horror movies.As we reflect back onto King’s claim that we are all insane we see why this can be said due to the humans attraction to horrific and bloodcurdling scenes shown in horror movies. In King’s essay he relates football to the combat , and horror films to a public lynching.This...
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...MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING PIM 812 ------------------------------------------------- BOSTON LYRIC OPERA (BLO) 1. What are the benefits from developing a Balanced Scorecard at BLO? What challenges and barriers must Del Sesto and Dahling-Sullivan overcome to capture these benefits? * The general benefit of doing a Balanced Scorecard at BLO is that it will give them the possibility of translating (Digesting, landing) their RATHER ABSTRACT mission statement and strategy hypothesis to the more understandable language of measures and indicators. With the use of Balanced Scorecard, BLO human resources will also benefit in the form of taking their long run big objectives as a set of specific or detailed actions to reach specific goals in a daily, weekly or monthly basis. * They will face the challenge of building a strong relationship with their donors and patrons to raise money in fundraising type events and permanent contributions (i.e. monthly checks) like parishoners in a catholic school. They will have to get and use broad data about their donors and patrons and transform it into quantitative and qualitative information in a way they can define a sort of target market or segment. 2. The BLO working group has selected eight customer objectives for its three strategic themes (see bulleted items on pages 5-7 of the case, also summarized in the Customer row of Exhibit 5): * Develop loyal and generous supporters * Build reputation on national and international...
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...Ronnie Screwvala “ The best way to handle crisis is to fast forward your worst case situation. Align yourself to that.” He has established his presence in every media vertical from animation and gaming to film - making and distribution to TV production. He can be credited with many firsts, from pioneering India’s first cable TV operations to creating India’s first daily soaps. He introduced Home shopping and also adopted the modern studio approach of movie production in India. An attempt to unravel the man who changed the face of Indian media………………… Introduction Ronnie Screwvala is a self made man and an iconic figure in the networking media industry. The CEO and founder of the UTV group he has been one among many others to first introduce cable television in Mumbai. From a cable operator to a media giant he has not only reached the pinnacle of success but also overcome many struggles to survive in the entertainment networking industry. He has been the pioneer in adopting a modern corporate studio approach to film production, which has helped him grow step by step, reaching for the stars all the way. With his decision to back films that are entraining and content heavy, his production house has carved a niche for itself in the Indian and global market. In the recent years, Ronnie has established a higher market value by partnering with international media giants such as Walt Disney, Fox Searchlight, Sony and Overbrook...
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...competition at the retail level. Sky considers that the facts of the matter wholly contradict this assessment by Ofcom, and the inference that is drawn from it. Sky has already provided Ofcom with significant evidence collected by PwC, which shows that in relation to pay TV services UK consumers are well served compared to their European peers. Similarly, in its Response to Ofcom‟s Third Consultation Document, Sky demonstrated that Ofcom‟s proposition that examination of Sky‟s profitability shows that retail prices for pay TV services are excessive is without foundation.2 4. 1 Paragraph 4.410 of Ofcom‟s Third Consultation Document. Ofcom considers Sky Movies Action & Thriller, Sky Movies Comedy, Sky Movies Drama, Sky Movies Family, Sky Movies Premiere, Sky Movies Premiere+1, Sky Movies Sci Fi & Horror, Sky Movies Screen 1, Sky...
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...1. The essay idea I currently have is around ADHD, I haven’t determined yet if the focus will be on ADHD in general, focused on children only or focused on ADHD in adults. I plan to address the perception that people have around stating ADHD isn’t really an illness. I am going for a persuasive rhetorical strategy addressing what ADHD is, explaining what someone feels like when they have ADHD and are not armed with tools to help, such as medication and the benefits gained when someone with ADHD has these tools available to them. 2. The reading I felt offered some ideas was Stephen King, Why We Crave Horror Movies. While I am not personally a horror movie watcher, I like how Stephen King used his thoughts on what he felt drove people to...
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...Tara Swan at Nickelodean Latin America (A) Kelly Fitz-Gerald January 5, 2014 Introduction For this paper, the discussion will be geared towards the dilemma that Tara Swan faces in regards to Nickelodean Latin America. Tara Swan is the team leader of Latin America Nickelodean launch. This project was one that Swan was extremely passionate about and therefore was conflicted when her doctor told her that her four month pregnancy was high risk. Swan had some important decisions to make and did not have much time to make them. In order for Nickelodean Latin America to thrive, a plan had to be implemented due to her extended absence which could last up to seven months. Based on the case details, it has been determined that Swan should appoint joint interim directors who would report directly to Swan’s executive assistant who in turn would discuss any issues that arose with Swan on an as needed basis. This way Swan can still be involved but have key players in place to handle issues. A number of Swan’s staff work remotely so it is not out of the question for Swan to also work remotely with the right person in place. Let us now take a look at some of the key players who would be suitable to step in as the joint interim directors. Key Players Swan had formed a team of 10 which was a lean team. She preferred to pay her team well instead of inflating costs by adding more bodies. Swan was constantly motivating...
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...Chapter 4 In this chapter, Gatsby tells nick all about his past. He says things that are very unlikely to nikc and he mentions and shows his disbelief. Gatsby makes claims of being connected to most wealthy and outstanding people in the country, and being from the world war. Towards the end of the chapter Nick learns that Gatsby loves Diasy and wants nick to arrange a meeting in order for Gatsby to come and meet her once again. Jordan is the one who informs nikc of this plan. A- Nick B- “Anything can happen now that we’ve slid over this bridge” C- Nick is very self relying, and has a lot to say to himself about everyone around him, but on the outside is very softspoken and humble. This is a good quality, and he is a very honest and trustworthy individual guy, but is often shy and a bit awkward. D- Nicks main role in this story is that he’s the narrorator, and all of these events are based on his life. He is a very down to earth guy, calm and collected with a bunch of crazy events and people surrounding him. Instead of being in surroundings thatmirror him as a person, he is almost in an opposing environment, rivaling his ways of living. “There are only the pursued, the pursuing, the busy and the tired.” This quote goes to show a category for most characters in this book, for example Gatsby is a pursuer and a busy man. While someone like Daisy is the pursued. Being a go with the flow type of woman, instead of a go getter. A main symbolic item is that...
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...attack. Julie sees that R is different from the other zombies, and as the two form a special relationship in their struggle for survival, R becomes increasingly more human - setting off an exciting, romantic, and often comical chain of events that begins to transform the other zombies and maybe even the whole lifeless world As much as I enjoy "The Walking Dead" on AMC and movies such as "28 Days Later," one of my ongoing complaints about the explosion of the zombie genre is the general mopery and overall predictability of those ever-staggering creatures. They lurch. They snarl. They sniff the air for the scent of human flesh. They pounce and gnaw. They pound windows and doors, and express frustration when confronted with 10-foot-high cyclone fences. And then they get shot in the head and die. That's pretty much it. We almost never get inside the rotted mind of the zombie or see things from the zombie point of view. They're forever penned in as the Big Metaphor. One of the many exhilarating pleasures of "Warm Bodies" is the flipping of that script. This is a bloody fresh twist on the most popular horror genre of this century, with none-too-subtle echoes of a certain star-crossed romance that harks back to a certain bard who placed a certain young Romeo under a certain balcony. I kinda love this movie. "Warm Bodies" is a well-paced, nicely directed, post-apocalyptic love story with a terrific sense of humor and the, um, guts to be unabashedly romantic and unapologetically...
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...Should relationships put to a test? Some may answer this question with a big YES reflecting complexities in their relationships while some may oppose the idea, showing full confidence over their relationships. Both the views of two different people are correct in their own way. Emotional Attyachar, TV show that allows one to spy over his/her partner on stupid note of ‘loyalty’ is the origin of such tests. “Yes, loyalty tests are important because 90% of the men attract towards pretty faces very often. Such people are not trustworthy at all.” Says Ayush, IT professional. What makes people to approach such programs? Lack of trust, over possessiveness, good for nothing doubting nature may be few reasons behind it. But real people have real problems that are directly and indirectly catered to by such shows. Inspired from this UTV BINDASS hardcore, our city people found the way out to clear doubts of such beau at local level. One of the famous FM channel of the city, made it happen by conducting such loyalty test for its listeners. The program has proved fruitful for few and disappointing for the others. A suspicious girlfriend Riya after proven wrong, asked her boyfriend to pardon her for doubting on him via this FM channel. If you are so not sure on your love then why to regret after proven wrong? There are also people who consider the idea of such tests as ‘immoral’. “It means you yourself are not loyal that you are thinking to make your partner undergo such disgusting...
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