The Pied Piper

The Pied Piper (1986) elicits strong emotional responses primarily centered around its horror and tragic fantasy elements. Audiences experience significant **Fear**, **Anxiety**, and a sense of the **Disturbing** due to the unsettling animation style, the plague of rats, and the Piper's ominous presence and actions. **Sadness** and **Empathy** are prominent, particularly concerning the fate of the children and the town's moral decay. **Anger** is directed at the greedy and ungrateful townspeople, while **Anticipation** builds as the consequences of their betrayal unfold. The film's unique and dark 'twist' on the classic tale also contributes to feelings of **Surprise** and **Disgust**.