Trope


  • Jump scare sense 
  • The Soundtrack changes dramatically
  • Underexposure
  • Reflections
  • Tight frames
  • High Contrast 
  • Spiral staircase 
  • The Dutch angle
  • Vampire 
  • Unknown
  • Hunted house-multi-chambered environment
  • Creation of atmosphere（fog, thunderstorm, shadow）

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