209 – Anna Bogutskaya & A Deep Fear of Things Sincere
Talking Scared
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Fear, Memory, and the Horror Experience
This chapter examines the intricate link between personal memories of fear and perceptions of horror films, detailing how these experiences shape emotional responses and viewing preferences. It contrasts the impact of familiar horror elements and nostalgia for iconic characters with a critique of the redundancy of trauma-focused narratives in contemporary horror. Furthermore, the discussion explores the evolution of horror cinema, advocating for a return to entertaining spectacles rather than solely introspective, heavy storytelling.
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