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Horror has become a prestige genre
Original: Horror is now a prestige genre
Horror films are increasingly being treated as serious, awards-worthy cinema rather than lowbrow entertainment, according to Morning Brew. The genre has earned critical acclaim, major studio investment, and prestigious releases, reflecting a shift in how critics and audiences regard scary movies.
Why now: The genre's growing critical respectability and awards recognition are prompting fresh discussion about its cultural elevation.
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- Horror is now a prestige genre · Morning Brew
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