🪠 Transmissible & Cursed Horror

Fear you can catch.

In these stories, fear spreads like a virus. Whether it’s a cursed tape, a supernatural entity, or inherited trauma, the horror becomes a cycle that pulls in everyone it touches. Often metaphorical, these films explore fear as something passed through society, family, or emotional bonds.

Core Features:

• A curse or entity that "spreads"

• Psychological or ethical dilemma (pass it on or die)

• Allegories for trauma, guilt, or generational suffering

Examples:

• The Ring (Japan/USA)

• It Follows (USA)

• Smile (USA)

• Noroi: The Curse (Japan)