From 1942's jump scare pioneer 'Cat People' to more recent films like 'It' and 'Smile,' here's everything you need to know about the craft behind the horror technique and its need for constant ...

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The floor creaks, the music turns ominous and an uneasy quiet sets in. Then BAM! It’s the classic jump scare. This staple of horror movies, when done well, is instantly memorable. With Times ...

Jump scares have come a long way since the "Lewton Bus" scene in 1942's Cat People, which marked one of the first significant uses of this technique.

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[shoes clopping] [air brakes screeching] [Narrator] This is the movie Cat People, and that was the world's first jump scare. They've come a long way, but jump scares continue to be a pivotal tool ...