The Gothic Novel

The Gothic Novel

1 Who invented the G.N? The gothic novel was invented almost single-handedly by Horacle Walpone.

2 Who was the first G.N? The Castle of Orancle

3 When was it first published? 1764

4 Which basic elements of horror didn't you include on your list? Shadows Romance Night Smoke Forest Dead Tree Fog Scare crow Old house Lighting bolts Murder Candle Music Seed of evil Noise She is believe Creepy sounds Cart Horse Cemetery Swordman Reason The Witch Gun Scares Well Dead people Black and White maigic. Pumpkins Tomb Head Toys Clowns Blood A girld Mystery Skulls Armor Investigator Decapitait Slaim Kill Devil eye Spell

Comic Relief

What is the comic relief? Comic relief usually means a releasing of emotional or other tension resulting from a comic episode interposed in the midst of serious or tragic elements in a drama.

Why is it often used in horror films? Sometimes comic relief characters will appear in fiction that is comic often takes the form of a incompetent , jokes,  sidekick of the hero or villain in a work of fiction.
A sidekick used for comic relief will usually comment on the absurdity of the hero situation and make comments that would be inappropriate for a character who is to be taken seriously.

Do you remember laughing in horror films? Can you think of an example? Yes, Scary movie