Joy Ride 2: Dead Ahead

The emotional landscape of Joy Ride 2: Dead Ahead is dominated by intense negative emotions, reflecting its core as a horror-thriller with strong crime elements. Viewers primarily experience **Fear** and **Anxiety** due to the relentless pursuit by the sadistic Rusty Nail and the constant threat to the protagonists' lives. The villain's cruel actions evoke a significant sense of **Disturbing** and **Anger**. **Anticipation** is high as the audience awaits the next terrifying move or the characters' desperate attempts to escape, often punctuated by moments of **Surprise**. While a 'Romance' element sets up the initial premise, any associated positive emotions like Joy or Love are quickly extinguished, replaced by dread and a minor degree of Empathy for the victims.