Gothic fiction - Wikipedia
Gothic fiction, sometimes called Gothic horror (primarily in the 20th century), is a loose literary aesthetic of fear and haunting. The name refers to Gothic architecture of the European Middle Ages, which was characteristic of the settings of early Gothic novels.
The 25 Best Gothic Horror Movies of All Time, Ranked - Collider
2023年10月18日 · Gothic horror is one of the most significant of these horror subgenres, and indeed has its roots in literature that existed long before film was invented. Gothic horror tends to be rich with...
A Brief History of Gothic Horror | The New York Public Library
2018年10月18日 · The battle between humanity and unnatural forces of evil (sometimes man-made, sometimes supernatural) within an oppressive, inescapable, and bleak landscape is considered to be the true trademark of a gothic horror novel. These are the core elements that separate gothic horror from its cousin, gothic romance.
Gothic Horror - TV Tropes
Horace Walpole's The Castle of Otranto, written in 1764, is considered the first Gothic horror novel. Walpole was a big fan of William Shakespeare and proudly declared that he borrowed most of the tropes from his idol's plays, particularly Hamlet, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet.
What is Gothic Horror? 18 Examples of the Genre - BOOK RIOT
2020年9月8日 · A gothic horror story should fill you with unease in its quieter passages and full-on dread at other times. Here are the best examples.
100 Gothic Horror Movies: The Definitive List – Creepy Catalog
2023年12月18日 · 100 Gothic Horror Movies: The Definitive List. From Phantom of the Opera (1925) to Rebecca (1940) to Blood and Roses (1960) to The Others (2001)—this is the only list you’ll need to satisfy all of your gothic horror appetites!
What Is Gothic Horror in Fiction? - Writer's Digest
2023年11月10日 · If you’re looking for a basic answer for what makes up gothic horror, some of the hallmarks are: Haunted and decayed settings (castles, homes, etc.) Supernatural elements (especially ghosts) Themes of isolation and/or confinement (both physical and mental)
30 Best Gothic Horror Movies - Screen Rant
2023年10月25日 · Gothic horror movies intermix romance, horror, and fiction to create ethereal and scary narratives with common plot points like female protagonists, dangerous estates, and themes of sexual repression.
Exploring Gothic Horror: A Brief History and Examples
Gothic horror can be primarily distinguished by its connection to the Romantic literary movement, and it also relies more on atmosphere to create its eerie, spooky effect, whereas regular horror might be more plot-driven.
The Best Gothic Horror Movies - Den of Geek
2022年9月17日 · These are all staples of some of the greatest works of Gothic horror on the page, and many of the greatest horror movies of the first half of the 20th century pulled directly from such...