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Here’s our picks for 5 best horror tropes of all time

Lets talk about monsters, demons, and haunted houses!
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Here’s our picks for 5 best horror tropes of all time
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Put down your costume making kit for a few minutes and join us as we dive into what makes horror films tick. Of all the tropes that scary movies employ, these are the 5 best!

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