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NATURE BITES BACK! Pt 1 - An Introduction

The Evolution of Horror

CHAPTER

Exploring the Sublime and Cosmic Horror

The chapter delves into the philosophical difference between beauty and the sublime in nature, comparing the vastness and awe of nature to cosmic horror. It discusses how horror movies involving children tap into primal instincts and uncivilized behaviors, along with filming techniques used to foreshadow events. The conversation also reflects on environmental themes in horror films and the role of comedy in making heavy subject matter more digestible.

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