The Fascination with Horror Movies
Why We Crave Horror Movies
Quickwrite #10
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Respond to Stephen King’s essay “Why We Crave Horror
Movies” on p. 324. Write a CLEAR THESIS that answers
whichever of the following questions applies to you, and
support that thesis for the rest of your quickwrite.
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Option 1: If you
DO
watch horror films, do you relate
to/agree with King’s reasons that people watch these types
of movies?
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Option 2: If you
DO NOT
watch horror films, do you have a
better understanding of why people
do
watch them, having
read this essay?
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Prove to me that you read and understood the essay by
what you write. Use quote sandwiches.
A Few Reminders about Thesis
Statements:
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A thesis statement is a CLAIM, which means that
it…
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Invites discussion by putting forward a claim.
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Not a statement of undisputed fact.
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Not a question
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Specifically ANSWERS the question in the prompt.
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Is an OPINION (point of view/stance) that is…
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Supported by responses to research/sources AND/OR
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Supported by logic and sound critical thinking
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A preview of what your ENTIRE essay will prove.
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Strike a balance between “too vague” and “too specific.”
“Why We Crave Horror Movies”
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What are some of the reasons the King puts
forward for why horror movies are so popular?
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As a writer, which of King’s reasons was most
convincing or intriguing?
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What are some of the cultural trends that,
according to King, horror movies respond to/push
back against?
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Can you think of any other genres of
film/tv/literature that are responding to or
pushing back against a particular cultural trend?
Where should you be at this point in
your research?
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You should have read and annotated at least five
sources that address your question.
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You should be ready to
answer the question you asked
in your research proposal.
This answer will be your
thesis.
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You should be able to explain three or four reasons
why
you answer your research proposal the way you
do. These reasons will each need to be explained in
at
least one body paragraph.
•
You should be choosing quotes and statistics/facts from
your research that will be helpful in supporting your
thesis.
In his essay "Why We Crave Horror Movies," Stephen King explores the psychological reasons behind people's attraction to horror films. He delves into the idea that such movies serve as a cathartic release for our subconscious fears and anxieties. Readers are prompted to consider whether they resonate with King's viewpoints on the appeal of horror movies or gain a new perspective on this genre. This analysis also touches on cultural trends addressed by horror movies and prompts reflection on other forms of media reacting to societal shifts.
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Quickwrite #10 Respond to Stephen King s essay Why We Crave Horror Movies on p. 324. Write a CLEAR THESIS that answers whichever of the following questions applies to you, and support that thesis for the rest of your quickwrite. Option 1: If you DO watch horror films, do you relate to/agree with King s reasons that people watch these types of movies? Option 2: If you DO NOT watch horror films, do you have a better understanding of why people do watch them, having read this essay? Prove to me that you read and understood the essay by what you write. Use quote sandwiches.
A Few Reminders about Thesis Statements: A thesis statement is a CLAIM, which means that it Invites discussion by putting forward a claim. Not a statement of undisputed fact. Not a question Specifically ANSWERS the question in the prompt. Is an OPINION (point of view/stance) that is Supported by responses to research/sources AND/OR Supported by logic and sound critical thinking A preview of what your ENTIRE essay will prove. Strike a balance between too vague and too specific.
Why We Crave Horror Movies What are some of the reasons the King puts forward for why horror movies are so popular? As a writer, which of King s reasons was most convincing or intriguing? What are some of the cultural trends that, according to King, horror movies respond to/push back against? Can you think of any other genres of film/tv/literature that are responding to or pushing back against a particular cultural trend?
Where should you be at this point in your research? You should have read and annotated at least five sources that address your question. You should be ready to answer the question you asked in your research proposal. This answer will be your thesis. You should be able to explain three or four reasons why you answer your research proposal the way you do. These reasons will each need to be explained in at least one body paragraph. You should be choosing quotes and statistics/facts from your research that will be helpful in supporting your thesis.
