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Pick a score for each kind of scare to see the overall Scare Scale score it makes. The three strongest kinds of scare count, with some weighted, then the result is compared with every other rated film.

Gore

Bloody deaths and injuries shown clearly. Happens fairly often, but doesn't linger.

Creepy

Disturbing images and an atmosphere that feels wrong. Comes back often, and some scenes stay with you afterwards.

Jumpscares

Regular jumpscares, often with loud sound cues. A real part of how the film scares you.

Suspense

High tension that keeps you on edge. Calm moments are short and don't last.

Psychological

Paranoia, madness or a story that makes you question what's real. A big part of the film, and it stays with you afterwards.

Overall score

6.0

  1. Each kind of scare is weighted: gore loses a point, and creepy and jumpscares gain one.
    • Gore 5.0 − 1 = 4.0
    • Creepy 5.0 + 1 = 6.0
    • Jumpscares 5.0 + 1 = 6.0
    • Suspense 5.0, unchanged
    • Psychological 5.0, unchanged
  2. The average of the 3 highest (creepy, jumpscares, suspense): (6.0 + 6.0 + 5.0) ÷ 3 = 5.7.
  3. The average film scores 5.4, and the gap from it counts 2 times, so scores use the whole scale: 5.4 + (5.7 − 5.4) × 2 = 6.0.