The Connection Between Cool Characters and Audience Sympathy

Creating charismatic and cool characters in horror can lead to audience sympathy, even for villains. The notion is that as long as characters are perceived as cool, viewers may forgive their heinous actions, similar to iconic figures from pop culture. This perspective underscores the power of character design in connecting with audiences, where coolness can outweigh moral considerations. Ultimately, it challenges traditional horror tropes by shifting sympathy towards characters typically deemed as antagonistic.