Episode 563
Your Brain on Horror
What's the science behind the scares in horror films?
The Naked Scientists Podcast · The Naked Scientists
November 1, 201653m 15s
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Show Notes
Have you ever wondered why some people enjoy being absolutely petrified by horror films? This week, The Naked Scientists investigate the spooky science of the genre: what does fear look like in the brain, how do you compose the most terrifying soundtrack and can we use psychology to engineer the perfect scare? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
brainhorrorfilmsmoviescaryhalloweenenjoyscience