How are generic elements and camera angles are used to create suspense in the attic scene of The Exorcist?

During the attic scene of The Exorcist, there are various methods to create suspense, such as:

• Sound- during this scene there is no music used, this creates suspense as you are listening for what the character is listening for.

• Stereotypical, Vulnerable Victim- The character who goes into the attic, is a young woman, dressed in her pyjamas, completely alone. This is a stereotypical horror movie victim, the character who will be attacked.

• Time of Day- The setting, is dark and it is very late. Creating a spooky atmosphere.

• Camera Techniques- The camera man uses various techniques, particularly a shot when she is going up the ladder, where it goes up with her, looking at her face, creating a feeling of her being followed. A shot his taken from above to make her look weak

• Candle- The candle creates a small amount of light, which leaves shadows and gives the possibility of the candle going out, risking darkness. You do not have a clear view of what is around her.

• The Woman is Isolated- there is no one around to hear her scream.

• The Title- you expect something bad to happen, in fact, you know something bad will happen.