The floor creaks, the music turns ominous and an uneasy quiet sets in. Then BAM! It’s the classic jump scare. This staple of horror movies, when done well, is instantly memorable. With Times ...

Of course, it wouldnâ t be a trip into the realm of the terrifying without a few jump scares. If you like Content Warning, ...

Jump-scares have been a staple of horror for almost as long as the genre has existed. And yet, it's one of the hardest filming techniques to execute effectively, as more often than not these ...

But, surprisingly, it’s not as jump-scary as it used to be. Since 2014, the number of jump scares cranked out by Hollywood has fallen precipitously, according to Where’s The Jump, a remarkable ...

Though there are a handful of jump-scares, none of them have much pay-off. Except for one. While protagonist Maya is having a shower, there's a long shot of her washing her hair. As she takes a ...

One of the the most old fashioned techniques used by filmmakers is the humble jump scare - when something unexpected happens ...

If you've ever seen a horror film, you've likely experienced a jump scare. A mix of cinematic build-up, sonic tension, play on expectations and intent to scare, the jump scare is a classic ...

From 1942's jump scare pioneer 'Cat People' to more recent films like 'It' and 'Smile,' here's everything you need to know about the craft behind the horror technique and its need for constant ...

And while there's no exact formula, there are certain time-tested secrets you can include to create a truly terrifying jump scare, according to this woman... Rebekah McKendry: My students kind of ...