
Episode 280: Mad Masque (with Phil Ford and J.F. Martel)
Very Bad Wizards
Decadence and Eeriness in Fiction Analysis
This chapter delves into the essence of a post story known for its decadence and haunting quality, contrasting it with a movie adaptation focused on creating a villain. It explores the importance of stillness and eerie mood in fiction works, drawing parallels to dreamlike elements in films like Lost Highway. The narrative discusses allegorical interpretations of self-enclosed worlds and characters like Prospero in the context of decay and irony.
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