This document discusses common elements found in horror films including isolated settings like abandoned houses or forests. It also covers technical codes used like point of view shots or disturbing sounds to create tension. Iconography that establishes horror includes dark colors, low lighting, and props like knives. Narrative structures typically involve a formulaic incident, teens unaware of the horror, and leaving the story open for a sequel. Common characters are protagonists, villains, teens, police and supernatural beings. Themes involve good versus evil, religion, revenge and madness.