Episode 190 - The History of Jump Scares in Horror
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This episode explores the history and psychological impact of jump scares in horror films.
Why do audiences jump in horror movies? What are some of the greatest jump scares in cinema history? In this episode of Lunatics Radio Hour, Abby and Alan explore the history of the jump scare, from early suspense filmmaking and the famous “Lewton Bus” scene in Cat People to the modern era of loud, fast-paced horror shocks. We break down how jump scares evolved, why they work psychologically, and the films that helped define the technique across horror history. Get Lunatics Merch here. Join t...
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Hosts: Abby, Alan
Topics covered
- jump scares
- horror movies
- cinema history
- psychological effects
- suspense filmmaking
Keywords
- jump scare
- horror
- cinema
- suspense
- psychology
- film history
- Cat People
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Cat People
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