The iconic Gothic architecture has undergone a transformation, shifting from its original heavenly connotations to a spooky and eerie presence in modern horror movies. According to experts, the style's age, scale, and layout make it an ideal setting for terror-inducing scenes. Production designer Jennifer Spence notes that older homes offer decades of backstories, perfect for creating origins of supernatural events. The Haunting (1963) is a classic example, where the Gothic mansion hides secrets and disorients its inhabitants.

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