The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies
Let’s talk slasher films–their origins, their lasting impact, and why we love them so much!
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The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies
Season 6 Episode 11 | 32m 44s
Let’s talk slasher films–their origins, their lasting impact, and why we love them so much!
The 1974 movies Black Christmas and Texas Chain Saw Massacre gave rise to what would become one of cinema’s most enduring genres: the slasher film. In this special episode, we’ll talk about the origins, evolution and cultural impact of these gory popcorn films and take a close look at the key tropes—masked killers, final girls, and gore—that continue to make make slashers iconic.
From
The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies
Season 6 Episode 11 | 32m 44s
The 1974 movies Black Christmas and Texas Chain Saw Massacre gave rise to what would become one of cinema’s most enduring genres: the slasher film. In this special episode, we’ll talk about the origins, evolution and cultural impact of these gory popcorn films and take a close look at the key tropes—masked killers, final girls, and gore—that continue to make make slashers iconic.
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