Chapter 27: Suggestion for Writing 2: Stephen King, “Why We Crave Horror Movies”

Read Why We Crave Horror Movies by Stephen King and answer the following question. Then “submit” your work.

Question 1

Do you agree that “the horror film has become the modern version of the public lynching” (paragraph 6)? Write an argument in which you defend or refute this suggestion, citing examples from King’s essay and from your own moviegoing experience to support your position.