Paper by Brandon Pirruccelo. Fear has motivated human beings since the dawn of mankind. It drives us to rationalize things that we cannot explain and it aids in defining the values and beliefs of different cultures. It is a primal emotion that roots itself deep within different mythologies and faiths. Human beings are programmed to … Continue reading Fear of the Dark: A Look at Universal’s Horror Films during the 1930’s and their Impact on the Film Industry and American Society