The Fourth State

The audience's emotional response to 'The Fourth State' is primarily driven by the intense suspense and uncertainty inherent in its thriller genre and plot. High levels of Anxiety and Anticipation are generated as the journalist navigates a dangerous terrorist plot and the shadowy Russian secret service. Fear is a significant emotion due to the constant threat to the protagonist's life, while Surprise arises from plot twists and revelations. The complex and dangerous investigation also elicits Confusion and Empathy for the journalist's perilous situation, alongside Anger towards the antagonists and a sense of the events being Disturbing.