Chainsaw Quote by Stephen King
“I don't have anything against either of the Dead movies, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, none of those movies. If it scares somebody, I think that it is serving a valid purpose. It is doing what the filmmaker intended. But, it is not something that you hand to kids.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2010
Defends horror films as purposeful art that can provoke fear, but advises against exposing children to them.
In simple terms: Horror serves a purpose, not for kids.
Consider audience age when sharing intense media.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- movie nights
- parental guidance
- film criticism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does fear play in storytelling?
- How to balance artistic intent with audience sensitivity?
Some may argue fear can be harmful to all ages.