The Haunting of Hill House with Ruth Franklin – Halloween Special 2023

Oct 31, 2023

Ruth Franklin, an award-winning biographer and journalist known for her work on Shirley Jackson, joins the discussion in a haunting exploration of the Everett Mansion, possibly the inspiration for Jackson's classic. They unpack the psychological themes of 'The Haunting of Hill House,' linking Eleanor Vance's isolation to the eerie architecture of the mansion. Franklin also discusses the challenges of bringing Jackson's characters to life and how the haunting elements reflect deeper struggles with identity and belonging, perfect for this Halloween season.

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Exploring Psychological Horror and Eerie Inspirations

17:42 • 3min

Reviving the Everett Mansion

20:54 • 4min

Theodora and the Haunting Inspirations

24:55 • 7min

Eerie Architecture and Psychological Horror

31:47 • 15min

Exploring Hill House: Final Thoughts and Future Insights

46:40 • 3min