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Evolution Of Horror Films Beginning In The 1920s-1980s

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Horror is universal. It has appeared in a variety of forms and media in every human culture. Since film industry’s debut in the early 1900s, horror movies have been a staple in entertainment, captivating the masses with renditions of books, myths, and fantasies. However, besides providing entertainment, horror movies reflect societal fears during the time of its creation. From the moral horrors of the 1920s to the alien invader 1950s and the paranormal 1980s, each decade has a defining horror sub-genre that shows the evolution of fear through the 20th century. This paper will analyze the evolution of horror films beginning in the 1920s-1980s and will analyze how horror films can have historical significance. What is Horror? Horror, according
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