The Mean Season

For 'The Mean Season,' a Crime Thriller, audience emotional responses are dominated by high Anxiety and Anticipation, stemming from the reporter Malcolm's escalating personal danger as he becomes the target of the murderer he's covering. Fear is prominent due to the direct threats and grim nature of the crimes, while Disturbing elements reflect the killer's psychological manipulation. Anger arises from the killer's actions and Malcolm's predicament, alongside Empathy for his unwilling involvement. Curiosity and Surprise are also key, driven by the unfolding mystery and unpredictable turns in the cat-and-mouse game.