Why Do We Crave Horror on Friday Nights, But Only Laughter on the Weekend?
Be honest, what are you watching tonight? A super-emotional Korean series, or maybe a horror flick that’s making your heart skip a beat?
I often wonder why our tastes in entertainment are so wildly random. Sometimes we need that nail-biting tension to make us sweat, but the next day, all we want are some silly jokes that make our stomachs hurt from laughing.
It turns out there’s a solid reason why these two genres—Horror and Comedy—are perpetual blockbusters. This isn't just about movies, but also about the viral vlogs, podcasts, and even Twitter threads!
Team Healthy Heart vs. Team Relaxed Brain
Only these two genres have the power to flip our mood 180 degrees.
🍿 Horror: The "Roller Coaster" Thrill Without the Expensive Ticket
Who actually likes being scared? We do!
- The Free "Dare": Watching horror is like playing a controlled dare game. Our brain knows it’s fake, but our body reacts as if we’re genuinely being chased by a ghost. Adrenaline spikes, our heart pounds. When the movie ends? It feels incredibly relieving, like finishing a marathon (but from the safety of the couch).
- Weird Stress Release: Oddly enough, screaming alongside friends during a jump scare can be therapeutic! All that negative energy just seems to rush out. That's why, after a horror movie, we often feel fresh (albeit a bit paranoid on the way to the bathroom).
- Conversation Fuel: Good horror movies always become the topic of conversation the next day. "Dude, I watched that last night... seriously couldn't sleep!" That's the social aspect at work!
😂 Comedy: The Best Vaccine for Overthinking
If horror is the accelerator for adrenaline, comedy is the brake for an overthinking brain.
- Instant Healing: Anyone stressed out about bills or work immediately turns to comedy. Laughter is medicine. The sillier the humor, the faster we momentarily forget our troubles.
- The Relatable Moment: The comedy that makes us laugh until we cry is usually based on situations that are extremely relatable. We laugh because we see movie characters doing dumb things that we might have done ourselves. "OMG, that is so me!"
- Light, Fast, and Easy: Comedy doesn't require us to figure out complicated plot twists. It can be served up in a meme, a 5-minute stand-up routine, or a quick funny scene. It just hits the spot instantly!
Two "New" Genres That Keep Us Awake
Besides those two giants, two other major players are rising fast in the entertainment world:
- Fantasy / Superhero: Thanks to insane CGI technology, we are spoiled with visualizations of impossible worlds. Watching a superhero movie is like going back to being a child who believes anything can happen.
- Korean Drama (K-Drama): It's not just about romance! K-Dramas succeed because they are brilliant at storytelling. Whether it’s a tight thriller, domestic drama, or a heartwarming slice-of-life story, it’s all presented with top-tier cinematography. The effect? It keeps us up until dawn!
Ultimately, the world of entertainment is created to spoil us. We are free to choose whether we want to be relaxed or tense. The important thing is, don't get too carried away watching and forget to post on Steemit! Hehe.
Now, if you had to choose just one:
Would you rather watch a Horror movie alone in an empty house, or a Comedy movie with your ex? Give the most honest and hilarious answer in the comments! 👇