Found footage horror is a subgenre of horror film that presents the narrative as “discovered footage,” typically captured by one or more of the film’s characters. Found footage horror films often use shaky camerawork, realistic gore, and a sense of immediacy to create a more immersive and disturbing experience for the viewer.
Found footage horror has become increasingly popular in recent years, with films such as Paranormal Activity (2007), REC (2007), and The Blair Witch Project (1999) gaining critical and commercial success. This subgenre of horror is often praised for its realism and ability to create a sense of suspense and dread in the viewer. However, found footage horror has also been criticized for its overuse of shaky camerawork and its reliance on jump scares.
