Ever wonder what the meaning of life is, especially when you're watching a horror movie and think, "Well, at least that's not me getting chased by a serial killer"? Hi, I'm Jack Superblack, constantly flirting with the idea of my own demise, but even I find time to chuckle at horror movie clichés.
Here's a crazy guide to squeezing a laugh from the grim scenes:
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Spoil the Ending: Nothing kills the fear like knowing the twist. Who cares if friends hate spoilers? It's not like life's a joyride anyway.
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Mismatched Soundtracks: Try playing circus music over a chase scene. It's so wrong, it's right. Dancing clowns over a bloodbath? Perfection.
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Snack Bets: Place bets on which character will bite the dust first. Loser has to face their own fears, like doing the laundry or, horror of horrors, calling their mom.
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Come Dressed Up: Wear a ridiculously over-the-top costume, like the Grim Reaper with a rubber ducky. If you’re going to stare death in the face, why not do it in style?
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Laugh at Death Scenes: When someone meets their maker, have a giggle. It sounds morbid, but it’s therapeutic for those of us who’ve looked into the abyss and seen it yawn back.
So next time you’re feeling squeamish about blood and gore, remember: it's just a movie, and life’s too short to spend it in fear. Speaking of short, I often muse how dying alone might just mean never having to watch the end credits with someone else. What a relief, right?
Based on the original article "Too Scared to Watch Horror Movies? These 5 Tips May Help.".
