I agree. Scream isn't supposed to be a serious horror movie that showcases all gore and blood. It was originally made to mock those teen slasher movies like Hyzenthlay mentioned. It's not the best horror movie but I like how it doesn't take itself too seriously.

And the only Scary Movie I saw had Scream references was the first one. I don't recall the other ones having it. If I recall..Scream 2 mainly had The Haunting spoof with Charlie's Angels in one part. (Hot girls in lingerie FTW! ><) Scary Movie 3 mainly had 'The Ring' spoof. And I didn't bother with Scary Movie 4. After seeing 3, I was done with them.