Heathers

Audience emotional responses to 'Heathers' are dominated by its unique blend of dark humor and crime. The film's satirical, cynical, and often shocking **Humor** is central to its appeal, making viewers laugh at uncomfortable truths. This is balanced by significant **Anxiety** as the plot escalates with murders and Veronica's increasing entanglement with the sociopathic JD. The casual violence and nihilistic themes contribute to a strong sense of **Disturbing** content. **Anger** is frequently evoked by the cruelty of the Heathers, JD's manipulative actions, and the superficiality of the high school environment. Finally, **Surprise** is a key emotion due to the unpredictable plot twists and darkly witty, often shocking, dialogue.