
MM16 - City Frights: Wolfen, Candyman, and the Urban Wilderness
Chapo Trap House
Horror in the Suburbs: A Candyman Retelling
This chapter examines the intersection of classic horror tropes and white suburban life through the lens of the film 'Candyman'. It critiques the portrayal of characters, particularly the dynamics of privilege and academic detachment, against the backdrop of urban inequality. The discussion also highlights how horror narratives can reveal underlying societal issues while exploring unsettling urban environments and the chilling implications of the Candyman legend.
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