"Vick & Tarstar's Scarecrow Factory" fits within the horror genre by embracing several typical elements such as a focus on a horror movie production ('Scarecrowed') that involves eerie themes like animatronic scarecrows and a creepy factory setting. The show includes classic horror tropes like bizarre and unsettling characters including punks, drug addicts, fetish models, and dumpster divers, which add to the gritty and chaotic atmosphere often seen in horror films. What makes it stand out is its meta-narrative approach, blending horror film production challenges—like low budgets, chaotic relationships, and crew turmoil—with the horror story itself. This self-aware, behind-the-scenes glimpse combined with the unique mix of offbeat characters creates a darkly comedic and raw portrayal not commonly seen in traditional horror titles. Additionally, the presence of characters like Pez (played by Erin Caywood) and Shelly Rozlynn (played by Nicole Elyse) adds depth to the ensemble, helping to ground the story in relatable struggles amidst the outrageous horror setting.