The document discusses the horror genre of films. It states that horror films aim to shock and scare audiences through gory and disturbing scenes. The intended audience is ages 12 and up, as younger viewers could be psychologically damaged. The purpose of horror films is to feature a threatening force that the protagonist must overcome, conveying messages about facing one's fears. For a horror film to be successful, it needs to scare the audience. While techniques have advanced, the goal remains to shock or unnerve viewers.