Location research- the woods

I researched films that are set in the woods because our setting is in the woods.

• Friday the 13th
• Jeepers creepers
• Don't go into the woods
• Cabin in the woods

My thoughts on why the woods is a popular location for thrillers

Some people think that the woods is a cliche and obvious location for a thriller because woods are usually seen as a scary place. However so much can be done in a woods, for example it is a good place to discover a body, as there are many hiding places. Also camera shots from behind trees can be used to look as if someone is being watched. The leaves can be good when a person is walking because it emphaises the footsteps or the running which creates tension.The woods is overall has a chilling atmoshphere because you never know whats lurking.

This is a clip from 'Don't go into the woods'. I particularly liked the part which i chopped.  

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