The document discusses common tropes and elements in the horror genre of film. It describes Carol Clover's "final girl" theory where one female character is usually left alive at the end. It also notes the common juxtaposition of the male character taking the role of protector, which often leads to their demise. Typical horror film locations mentioned are remote forests, abandoned buildings, and asylums. The document also discusses costume and music conventions, with antagonists wearing dark colors and music in trailers changing tempo to build tension.