Join horror author and English teacher, Ashe Woodward, as she (and sometimes a guest) delve into the power of horror symbolism in horror literature and cinema. Everything from Final Girl Theory and monster fetishes to documented cases of demon possessions is on the table. Expect to learn more about horror theory and the sociological impact of horror—especially how it's pulling ahead as the genre that will save the world. This podcast also offers a rich, online workshop space and works with a large community of horror scholars and historians via Patreon and Discord.
Immaculate and The First Omen have similar settings (convents) and though the goal of the antagonists is quite opposing, we can’t deny that both films are on the cutting edge of culture, commenting on the religious patriarchy controlling women’s bodies.
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Published 11/12/24
Horror is definitely for weirdos, but is it really Weird (with a capital 'W')?
In this episode we look at the simultaneous resurgence of Weird fiction and how this has influenced and flavoured New Horror. Plus, we'll look at how this perfect pairing has brought new themes and a new depth to...
Published 11/05/24