A new book takes a stab at explaining how ‘Scream’ changed horror films

A new book takes a stab at explaining how ‘Scream’ changed horror films It’s dark outside, and teenager Casey Becker is home alone, making popcorn on the stove and preparing to pop a scary movie into the VCR while she waits for the arrival of her boyfriend, Steve. The teen, portrayed by actress Drew Barrymore, picks up the phone and hears a deep, ominous voice on the other end. It’s one of the most chilling moments in horror cinema, and one that journalist and ...