The Nature of the Beast

The audience's emotional responses are dominated by a pervasive sense of **Anxiety** and **Fear**, stemming from the constant threat of 'The Hatchet Man' serial killer and the escalating, unpredictable tension between Jack and the manipulative Adrian. High **Anticipation** and **Curiosity** are central as viewers try to unravel the complex mystery surrounding Jack's secret, the stolen money, and the true identity of the killer, especially as the crimes occur in their vicinity. The grim nature of the serial killings contributes significantly to a feeling of the **Disturbing**, while plot twists likely evoke **Surprise**. There may also be underlying **Anger** towards Adrian's coercive behavior and a degree of **Empathy** for Jack's precarious situation.