A Crooked Somebody

Audience emotional responses are primarily driven by the inherent tension and danger of the kidnapping scenario, leading to significant Anxiety and Fear. The unique plot twist of an attention-seeking psychic attempting to leverage his predicament for fame generates strong Curiosity and Anticipation regarding his manipulative schemes and their outcome. The dramatic elements evoke Empathy for the character's desperate situation, alongside Sadness and Melancholy reflecting the somber tone and the character's underlying issues. Anger and Disgust may arise from the actions of the kidnappers and the psychic's narcissistic behavior, while the overall situation is perceived as Disturbing.