The document discusses the history and evolution of horror movies from their origins in novels and early films to modern times. It notes that some of the first horror films were produced in the late 19th/early 20th century by directors like Edison and Melies. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein novel was adapted into the first full-length horror film in 1910. Over the years, iconic directors and franchises have pushed the genre forward through innovative makeup, special effects, and storytelling. While horror films are rarely recognized at the Oscars, awards like the Scream Awards celebrate their contributions to cinema.

1. The History Of

2. The Inspiration European Gothic Novels Dracula Several other authors helped stir up the horror genre. Edgar Allen Poe, Stephen King, Mary Shelley, etc.

3. The Firsts The first horror isn’t completely known. Either by Edison or Melies. But both involved horrific scenes for that time.

4. It’s Alive…. The First full length Horror Frankenstein became the full length horror movie to come out (1910). Soon after many more full length horror movies started to appear all over the world.

5. Direction is Everything Having a great director puts a movie over every other. Famous Directors: Alfred Hitchcock, Wes Craven, Sean S. Cunningham, John Carpenter, And many more.

6. They Came In the Night Throughout the years several horror mascots have been born.

7. Before and After The make up process for horror movies has become and integrated segment. Without the horrific make up then most of the monsters couldn’t truly come to life.

8. Examples

10. And the Winner Is… When it comes to awards horror is usually left in the dark. The rarity of a horror at the Oscars is almost like seeing an eclipse.

11. Screaming out for Joy Even though the Oscars may not appreciate the horror community. The Scream Awards do.

12. Evolution Horror continue to evolves today From make up To special effects To acting/ directing Everything just keeps getting better.