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Is "elevated horror" just a pretentious label for movies that used to be called psychological thrillers—or is it a real genre?
As streaming platforms and critics increasingly use 'elevated horror' to describe films like Hereditary and The Witch, a debate has emerged over whether this term adds meaningful distinction or is just a marketing buzzword. Cast your vote and share your take on this genre classification.
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