Horror is a hallmark of filmmaking. When done correctly, lighting builds tension and heightens terror for excruciating effect.

In How To Light Horror, Shane Hurlbut, ASC brings you on set and shows you how to turn any ordinary location into a place of anxiety and mystery — all through the power of lighting. You’ll learn how much light works best to create tension, the ideal amount of color contrast, and how to use shadows to your advantage.