8 Tips to Help You Write a Horror Film

• Know the Genre. The first step to writing a great horror screenplay is to know the genre. ... 
• Create Tension. Tension is the key to any good horror film. ... 
• Develop Strong Characters. ... 
• Focus on the Visuals. ... 
• Don't Forget Sound. ... 
• Understand the Rules. ... 
• Be Scary. ... 
• Understand Low budget vs High Concept.