The Evolution of Horror cover image

HOME INVASION Pt 5: The Spiral Staircase (1946) & Dial M For Murder (1954)

The Evolution of Horror

00:00

The Origins of Home Invasion Movies

Home invasion movies date back to the silent era. The D.W. Griffith film from 1909 is often considered the first home invasion film. Lois Webber co-directed a film in 1913 called suspense, which I think is not just the proto home invasion film but a proto horror film. They're really interesting films to watch.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app