Take a look at how she brings the character of Buffy to life in a very funny and smart and sexy way. You realize there is a star there. That's not who I am. A good cinematic scare has three stages, says University of Delaware psychology professor Jeffrey Rosen, an expert in fear response. All our senses are sharpened.
Heart rate slows.
Muscles tense up. The moment the monster leaps from the shadows, we experience a startle response. Last comes relief at staring down danger - at least until the sequel. All rights reserved.