The document discusses several horror films involving torture including Saw and Hostel. It provides context about how these films reflected anxieties in society at the time. Saw was released in 2004 shortly after news reports of torture at Abu Ghraib prison, reflecting fears about torture. Hostel from 2005 featured young American men being tortured at a hostel in Eastern Europe, preying on fears of innocent tourists. Both films were financially successful despite their graphic content.