Cinematic Noir Surreal Horror Book Cover

Create a mesmerizing horror thriller book cover illustration blending moody chiaroscuro shadows with a tactile grain reminiscent of vintage Kodak Tri-X 400 film. The upper third features serene negative space textured with faint cracked parchment overlays to perfectly cradle bold serif title typography without distraction. Central imagery channels evocative Surrealist symbolism—twisted, gnarled tree branches intertwining with ghostly silhouettes rendered in molten midnight blues and sanguine reds—balancing mystery and intimacy. Employ soft-focus lens flare effects around a faint, spectral couple embracing, infused with glowing ember highlights and a muted triadic color scheme of deep navy, burnt sienna, and pale bone. Stylize with cinematic 35mm tilt-shift photography depth, subtly warped for dreamlike tension, ensuring sharp, polished edges that pop in digital thumbnails and retain print quality at 300+ DPI CMYK. The composition radiates a refined digital oil painting finish inspired by Gregory Thielker's atmospheric textures, evoking warmth amid darkness while honoring genre expectations and maximizing shelf impact.