Hatfields & McCoys

The audience's emotional response to 'Hatfields & McCoys' is heavily dominated by **Sadness** and **Anger**, reflecting the tragic and senseless nature of the prolonged feud. **Empathy** is high as viewers witness the suffering of individuals caught in the conflict, including the breakdown of former friendships and the devastating impact on families. A pervasive sense of **Anxiety** and **Melancholy** underscores the constant threat of violence and the historical tragedy of the events. Despite the overarching conflict, elements of **Love** (as per the Romance genre) provide brief, often tragic, counterpoints to the pervasive despair.