Sarah Cleary, a media consultant and lecturer specializing in horror, discusses her book, "The Myth of Harm: Horror, Censorship, and the Child." She highlights the genre's societal impact and the moral panics surrounding it, showcasing how horror serves as both a scapegoat for social issues and a catalyst for critical conversation. Cleary reflects on horror's portrayal of childhood and its dual representation of women, while advocating for media literacy to combat misinformation. Through horror, individuals can confront fears and find clarity in life’s complexities.
