As the end of this horror season draws near, I thought we’d take another dive into horror production. There are different types of productions and creators, so I thought it would be interesting to look into both sides. As mentioned in another article, horror movies are considered a safe investment and money return, with plenty of horror creators who genuinely love the craft and others who prioritize profits. So, let’s look into a few production histories and find out who cares for scares!

Love for Fright

There is no end to people in the horror industry who love every aspect of its production. Writers, artists/designers, practical/digital effects, and more put much work into their craft. These horror icons include Neil Marshall, David Cronenberg, and the late Wes Craven, who created several horror franchises. These horror icons and many others have made films, shows, and books that have built their fan base and inspired future horror fans. Using their love to

I want to note that you see the crew having fun while looking at behind-the-scenes footage. There are several films where the cast had a great time during the filming. One example that comes to mind is during the filming of 2017 It, where the children cast, in particular, were having the most fun. Despite it being their first film.

Care for Profit

Many movie productions aim to make money at the box office; however, some productions prioritize profits. It’s not exclusive to horror productions, but it makes sense, given the safe investment of low-budget horror films. Not to mention that horror franchises are known for having multiple sequels and spin-offs regardless of critics. This practice is common in film companies like the former Full Moon Features, which was well-loved for producing B-movies. Although they mainly produced low-budget films, many are cult classics among horror fans even after they shut down.

Conclusion

It’s normal for film producers to want to focus on making a profit, but as time goes on, things get more expensive. As the industry progresses, it becomes less focused on entertainment. It becomes a business, which is unfortunate when it comes to horror, a medium that needs to dive into our most primal emotions. The main goal of horror is to get a strong feeling from the audience. Wouldn’t it make sense that there is emotion while making it?

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Works Cited

https://thescriptlab.com/features/the-lists/713-top-13-masters-of-horror/

https://karliray.blog/2022/06/18/behind-the-scenes-saturday-it-2017/