The document discusses the origins and evolution of horror films. It begins with the first horror film originating in France in 1896 called Le Manoir Du Diable. In the 1960s, horror films featured more human antagonists which was scarier than monsters, as seen in films like Psycho. Modern horror films aim to keep the antagonist or story unknown to prolong fear, like in Texas Chainsaw Massacre where the family is never fully explained. Lists of popular 1960s and modern horror films and directors are also provided.