I find wind up boxes fine until they slow down as the spring runs out of stored energy. The slow notes alter the tune and the anticipation of the next note builds without being clear when it will finally end.
Because, for centuries, they were, for most people, they only source of music in their life, other than a live performance. Over the last few decades, they are used exclusively to create a creepy atmosphere in horror and thriller films.
Wind up music boxes. I don’t know why, but regardless of the melody they play, I find them super creepy.
I find wind up boxes fine until they slow down as the spring runs out of stored energy. The slow notes alter the tune and the anticipation of the next note builds without being clear when it will finally end.
Like a slow death.
Because, for centuries, they were, for most people, they only source of music in their life, other than a live performance. Over the last few decades, they are used exclusively to create a creepy atmosphere in horror and thriller films.
Same thing with clowns and dolls
It’s the association