Creep Calm: Our 'Rest and Digest' Response to Horror
Listen now
Description
We love horror movies because they give us ALL the feels, right?
In one film, the whole spectrum of human emotion can be covered—from fear, repulsion, abjection, sorrow and even to humour. But how does this work and what are horror movies doing to us?!
In this episode we look to the parasympathetic response, (AKA 'Rest and Digest') to find out exactly how horror is luring us in by trading fear for happy hormones.
*This episode does not contain any spoilers
More Episodes
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.
Leave it to horror to always comment on...
Published 11/12/24
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 the Weird genre 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
Links
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Patreon
Genres
Artwork or description wrong?
Request an update »
Updates may take a few minutes.
Do you host a podcast?
Track your ranks and reviews from Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.
