Reviews
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Film Review: Family Dynamics, Fatalism, and Trauma in Hereditary
Hereditary distinguishes itself from typical horror films by exploring themes of trauma, genetic mental illness, and…
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Book Review: The Haunting of Hill House
Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House explores the interplay of psychological and supernatural horror, blurring…
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Obscure Horror: Social Isolation and Beauty Norms in May
The 2002 film “May” explores horror as a lens to address themes of disability, mental illness,…
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Book Review: Exploring 19th-Century Madness through Affinity by Sarah Waters
Sarah Waters’ Affinity challenges 19th-century perceptions of madness by exploring the protagonist’s inner turmoil within societal…
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SCP-231: A Dive into Female Suffering
The review of SCP-231 highlights the unsettling portrayal of female suffering and institutionalized disability within the…
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Stephen King: Are They Inclusive or Just Props?
Stephen King’s The Dark Tower prompts critical discussions on character representation, particularly concerning Eddie’s brother Henry…
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Obscure Horror: Sensory Overload and Ambiguity in The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse (2019) artfully depicts mental illness through disorienting sensory overload and complex character dynamics. The…
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Book Review: How Grotesque Bodies in “The Dangers of Smoking in Bed” Mirror Urban Despair
Mariana Enriquez’s The Dangers of Smoking in Bed challenges perceptions of grotesque imagery, revealing urban decay,…
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Film Review: Exploring Human Prejudice in “District 9”
“District 9” uses alien transformations as a metaphor for disability and marginalization, revealing societal prejudices. Through…
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Katie Recommends: Still Wakes the Deep
Still Wakes the Deep redefines horror gaming in 2024 by focusing on psychological tension rather than…
