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The use of dark colors in Horror is directly related to the reason many people are afraid of the dark. Darkness is associated with the unknown, since we cannot see what is in darkness. In cinema, this association can create dramatic tension because the audience will feel more unsure about what is going to happen next, which is an essential aspect of horror.

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