Nia DaCosta's Candyman is a sequel to the 90’s folklore villain. The film is creative with its storytelling, handling pain and grief with care. The tale transforms into a way for this community to put a word to their pain. It is no longer about a villain terrorizing an already vulnerable community but instead, something to point to, to separate themselves from and move forward. Gabe explores the evolution of the notorious folklore villain turned vengeful spirit. Kat shares the film's Impact Guide and how to continue the work. Sources in this Episode: Candyman - The Impact of Black Horror Candyman: The Official Companion Guide CANDYMAN - Social Impact Initiative Other Reviews & Learning Opportunities for Candyman (2021): Generational Trauma & History Candyman Is a Manifestation of Generational Trauma | Podcast The Cycles of Violence That Haunt Nia DaCosta's Candyman CANDYMAN Crafts Its Own Lore and Dark Inheritance - Nerdist All 6 Candymen Explained: Origins, Differences, Real Meanings Nia DaCosta's 'Candyman' Explores Black History and Trauma Through Myth Candyman is a tale of two different movies | Screen | Pittsburgh Review: Candyman turns singular slasher into a timeless avatar for Black trauma | Ars Technica The Movie Sleuth: Violence is a Ritual: Candyman (2021) - Reviewed ‘Candyman’: Explaining the Anthony McCoy Twist – The Hollywood Reporter Candyman review: A 2021 reboot made for the wrong audience - Polygon Gentrification How Gentrification Expands CANDYMAN's Urban Legend - Nerdist 'Candyman' indicts gentrification as the real horror 'Candyman' Gets An Update, And The Horror Is Gentrification : Pop Culture Happy Hour : NPR Candyman Wrings Terror Out of the Horror of Gentrification De-Gentrification: The Removal of the White Savior Element Entirely from Nia DaCosta’s Candyman | Culled Culture Candyman and the gentrification of black culture Is racist housing policy the real villain in "Candyman"? - Marketplace --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support