Why Do Some People Love Horror Movies?

The video explores why people enjoy horror movies despite fear being a negative emotion. It discusses psychological studies that suggest people seek vicarious experiences and emotional fulfillment through horror. Factors like sensation seeking, gender roles, and empathy influence horror enjoyment. The video also examines how movie endings and the ability to feel both fear and fun simultaneously affect viewer satisfaction. The protective network theory suggests some people enjoy horror due to a mental mechanism that mitigates fear's negative effects.

How does empathy affect a person's experience of horror movies?

What findings were revealed about the impact of movie endings on viewer enjoyment?

How do horror seekers and avoiders differ in their emotional responses to scary scenes?