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Episode 178: Edge of Reality: On John Carpenter's 'In the Mouth of Madness'

Weird Studies

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Lovecraft's Influence on Madness

This chapter explores H.P. Lovecraft's significant impact on the film 'In the Mouth of Madness,' highlighting his lasting relevance in weird fiction and the unique qualities of his imagination. It discusses the thematic connections between Lovecraft's work and Carpenter's films, focusing on themes of ancient evils and humanity's potential end. The chapter concludes with a surreal dream reflecting on the COVID pandemic, drawing parallels between the dream’s horror and the ongoing transformations in reality.

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