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Sleepaway camp's nostalgia economy

Today, Explained

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Nostalgia and Narratives of Summer Camp

This chapter explores the rich nostalgia surrounding summer camp movies, particularly focusing on 'Wet Hot American Summer' and its parodic take on camp life. The hosts share personal anecdotes from their own camp experiences, highlighting the cultural significance of both traditional and theater camps. It also delves into the contrasting emotions of joy and fear associated with summer camp, discussing how horror films like 'Friday the 13th' intersect with these memories.

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