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Divine Elements Define Horror
- Horror films rely on divine or supernatural elements to evoke true terror, beyond mere human violence.
- This suggests a deep cultural intuition that something beyond material reality influences human fear and meaning.
Spiritual Hunger Fuels Horror
- Even secular audiences sense unseen spiritual forces at play, fueling horror's appeal.
- Sacramental Christianity offers tactile means to engage with these transcendent realities and the battle between good and evil.
Negative Purgation in Horror
- Horror often depicts a negative purgation, where suffering lacks redemptive purpose unlike in Christian spirituality.
- This tension highlights horror’s portrayal of endless pain without transformation or hope.