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Theology of Horror: Rupture and the Dark Transcendent with Fr. Ryan Duns

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Exploring Evil and Mystery in Horror

This chapter analyzes the horror genre through the lens of Stephen King's 'It', questioning the permanence of evil and the implications of defeating an antagonist. It discusses modern storytelling trends like prequels and sequels, emphasizing the cultural discomfort with ambiguity in horror narratives. The conversation further explores the interplay of mystery and dualities, such as good and evil, while examining the transformative power of forgiveness as portrayed in various films.

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