The Rise of Exploitation Cinema

This chapter explores the origins and evolution of exploitation films, tracing their roots from early cinema to the rise of grindhouse films in the 1960s. The speakers discuss how societal interests in sex and violence shaped this genre, as well as the impact of censorship and the dissolution of the Hays Code on film content. Landmark films and their provocative themes are highlighted, showcasing exploitation cinema's significant cultural influence and its connection to the emergence of the slasher genre.