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Is ‘Weapons’ a Classic? And an Oscar Contender? Plus: The Best Movies at TIFF!

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Exploring Horror: Themes and Expectations

This chapter analyzes the film 'Weapons,' focusing on its blend of suspense and supernatural elements while challenging traditional genre conventions. It discusses the film's critical reception, box office success, and its portrayal of grief and loss, alongside the audience's varying interpretations. The speakers reflect on the nature of thematic exploration in horror cinema, the expectations around storytelling clarity, and the film's commentary on societal anxieties.

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