The floor creaks, the music turns ominous and an uneasy quiet sets in. Then BAM! It’s the classic jump scare. This staple of horror movies, when done well, is instantly memorable. With Times ...

Through meticulous narrative pacing, photography, music, and sound design, a well-crafted jump scare can elevate a film from being merely competent to a truly memorable moviegoing experience.

Ilona Maher told fans she was sorry about a “jump scare” that might have frightened some before her Dancing with the Stars performance during Week 5. The latest themed show was Disney Night ...