Horror filmmakers have always found a way to reach their most devoted fans. However, with the arrival of online streaming, there has never been a better moment for horror films to hit the mainstream. Online streaming has led to breakout success for films such as “The Babadook,” “It Follows” and “The VVitch.” Many other gems fly just under the radar. They include Karyn Kusama’s “The Invitation,” Issa Lopez’s “Tigers Are Not Afraid,” and Alice Lowe’s “Prevenge.”
What is MOST likely the reason the author included the two lists of horror movies?
A to compare and contrast “elevated” horror movies with non-elevated horror movies
B to show that while some horror movies are fun for big audiences, other horror movies are better for people who really love horror
C to compare and contrast popular horror movies with less popular horror movies
D to show that while some horror movies became very popular, there are lots of good, less popular horror movies
The correct answer is D to show that while some horror movies became very popular, there are lots of good, less popular horror movies.
Explanation: The author lists both widely recognized films that achieved breakout success and lesser-known titles, highlighting the diversity within the horror genre. This emphasizes that, despite the popularity of certain films, there are many other quality horror movies that deserve attention, thus illustrating both mainstream success and hidden gems in the genre.