The Babadook

The audience experiences intense Fear and Anxiety due to the unsettling presence of the Babadook and Amelia's terrifying psychological breakdown. A strong sense of Sadness and Empathy is evoked by Amelia's profound grief over her husband's death and her overwhelming struggles as a single mother coping with a difficult child. The film's exploration of trauma and mental health makes it deeply Disturbing and leaves a pervasive feeling of Melancholy, reflecting the characters' despair and the grim atmosphere.