Researching Fonts

 Different Fonts used in Horror/Slasher

    Welcome back! Today, I thought about researching different fonts related to horror because of the importance they have in horror/slasher films, as they help set the mood of the movie before the audience even knows the story. The font choice can make the film feel scary, violent, or disturbing. Horror/slasher films usually use fonts that look messy, sharp, or distorted to show the fear in the film, making the viewer recognize the genre. 

    Grave Danger and Shlop are two fonts that are usually connected to horror. Shlop has a dripping, uneven design that brings out a creepy and disturbing vibe (like blood dripping), making it good for slasher movie titles and posters. Grave Danger also has that same dripping effect, but instead, more uneven and disproportionate in the size and angle of the letters. Both of these fonts suggest blood and messiness, creating a sense of danger, letting the audience know the movie will most likely be gory. 

    ITC Serif Gothic and Weiss give different effects in horror. They both have sharp, rough edges that show off a dark atmosphere. They have a cleaner, more traditional look. This makes it appear calm while the movie is still frightening. This can increase the unsettlingness of the horror. 

    Lastly, Trajan is a font mainly used in horror movie titles because it looks serious and has a chilling vibe. It can be used in slasher films to make the movie feel dramatic and professional. Many Horror movies are known for using these fonts, like The Conjuring, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Texas Chainsaw. To make it more unsettling, movies change the size and angle of some letters to make it look more chaotic and scary.

    Overall, fonts play a big role in demonstrating how a horror/slasher film is seen by the audience. Each style helps set the tone and build suspense before the movie even starts. Choosing the right font can make a title feel creepy, intense, or chaotic, which can help attract viewers. Researching these fonts gives me a more open mind when considering what font I will choose for my film.