Description
Horror films have been one of the earliest categories to be introduced to narrative cinema already at the end of the 19th century, and they since remained one of the most diverse and varied of genres, ready to respond and absorb social, political and cultural changes. Horror has constantly reinvented itself, also to respond to a constant audience popularity.
This module will focus on the history and evolution of the horror genre, looking at subgenres and historical developments from a transnational perspective. The topics covered will include – but won’t be limited to - German Expressionism, Gothic cinema, vampire cinema, Hollywood horror blockbusters, J-horror, and Italian giallo. We will also discuss issues such as the ‘monstrous feminine’, gender representation and race.
The films and discussions addressed by this module will enable the students to gain a deeper understanding of horror cinema as a complex web of discourses and artistic currents rather than simply seeing the film as a moment of horrifying entertainment.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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