MeeWah
arkgoth: As the other folks here, I also appreciate that ye seek to research & to determine the possible audience reactions to your venture.
The genre of horror movies what it is, its effectiveness is in shocking its audience with a new gimmick that in turn, will result in eager viewers. Word-of-mouth can be depended upon to generate more interest as can even negative publicity.
I reiterate what Khatruman said so well. Your target audience is basically a captive audience of youth who are highly impressionable; without the means to necessarily grasp the finer point(s) of your story. It sounds like it would call for the use of disclaimers. Indeed, I rather doubt that older members of the movie-going public would adroitly understand the implications either, as many are far more interested in the action or horror flicks for "entertainment" rather than for any inspirational, deep thought that moves them to foster changes in social consciousness. When speaking the same language does not prevent misunderstandings, I can see how a movie telling a story such as the one ye propose could produce misconceptions.
One side effect I could see would be in young folks flocking to tatoo parlors for Tarot tatoos. That in itself is not negative, but based on the premise of the apparent storyline, may not be such a desireable influence. Notwithstanding that, I am concerned that the essence of your message will be lost or smothered in the hype & the "special effects" & thus ultimately create more hardship for those of us who have worked to overcome the mis-conceptions concerning our craft.
I do not know at this point if I would want to see the movie strictly for its "reference" to the subject of Tarot. If I did, it would be for the same reason as Cricket mentioned. Personally, I have no interest in the horror movie genre per se (though I recognize your right to make such, & the right of others to popularize same). No offense intended to ye, but the bottom line is still making $--which is not necessarily at fault. 'Tis just the possibility of repercussions on the innocent that give one pause. The challenge lies in presenting a publicly controversial subject in an intelligent & sensitive manner despite the special effects or props.
The genre of horror movies what it is, its effectiveness is in shocking its audience with a new gimmick that in turn, will result in eager viewers. Word-of-mouth can be depended upon to generate more interest as can even negative publicity.
I reiterate what Khatruman said so well. Your target audience is basically a captive audience of youth who are highly impressionable; without the means to necessarily grasp the finer point(s) of your story. It sounds like it would call for the use of disclaimers. Indeed, I rather doubt that older members of the movie-going public would adroitly understand the implications either, as many are far more interested in the action or horror flicks for "entertainment" rather than for any inspirational, deep thought that moves them to foster changes in social consciousness. When speaking the same language does not prevent misunderstandings, I can see how a movie telling a story such as the one ye propose could produce misconceptions.
One side effect I could see would be in young folks flocking to tatoo parlors for Tarot tatoos. That in itself is not negative, but based on the premise of the apparent storyline, may not be such a desireable influence. Notwithstanding that, I am concerned that the essence of your message will be lost or smothered in the hype & the "special effects" & thus ultimately create more hardship for those of us who have worked to overcome the mis-conceptions concerning our craft.
I do not know at this point if I would want to see the movie strictly for its "reference" to the subject of Tarot. If I did, it would be for the same reason as Cricket mentioned. Personally, I have no interest in the horror movie genre per se (though I recognize your right to make such, & the right of others to popularize same). No offense intended to ye, but the bottom line is still making $--which is not necessarily at fault. 'Tis just the possibility of repercussions on the innocent that give one pause. The challenge lies in presenting a publicly controversial subject in an intelligent & sensitive manner despite the special effects or props.