The Scream Queens of today are no longer willing to just sit back and play the victim. These queens are their own heroes. Giving the audience someone to root for, modern day scream queens are brave, in charge of their own salvation and a symbol of hope against all odds. Yes they may still be required to have a healthy set of pipes but they are complex, bold and don't need a King to reign supreme.
Horror, perhaps more than any other genre, has had its share of years that marked massive shifts and unforgettable trends that change the landscape forever.