What is Horror? This terrifying genre gives shape to our anxieties as humans, and as a society. Short, accessible essays offer an introduction to horror in old and new media, including film, literature, games and comics. Texts range from classics like Stanley Kubrick's The Shining to Jordan Peele's Get Out.
"This volume offers a new look at the world of the Gothic, from its origins in the eighteenth century to its reemergence today. Each short essay is dedicated to a single text--a novel, a film, a comic book series, a festival--that serves as a lens to explore the genre. Original readings of classics like The Mysteries of Udolpho (Ann Radcliffe) and Picnic at Hanging Rock (Joan Lindsay) are combined with unique insights into contemporary examples like the music of Mexican rock band Caifanes, the novels Annihilation (Jeff VanderMeer), Goth (Otsuichi) and The Paying Guests (Sarah Waters), and the films Crimson Peak (Guillermo del Toro) and Ex Machina (Alex Garland). Together the essays provide innovative ways of understanding key texts in terms of their Gothic elements. Invaluable for students, teachers and fans alike, the book's accessible style allows for an engaging look at the spectral and uncanny nature of the Gothic."--Back cover
Exploring the evolution of vampires in film and television, this collection reveals their transformation from monstrous figures to romantic icons and cultural symbols. Covering a wide array of titles, it includes over 30 exclusive interviews with notable creators who share insights into their experiences with the genre. Accompanied by personal photographs and design images, the work serves as both a reference tool and a celebration of the vampire mythos, making it an essential resource for both fans and professionals in 2023.
Exploring the evolution of vampires in film and television, this collection reveals their transformation from monstrous figures to romantic leads and aspirational icons. It features a diverse array of vampire portrayals across cultures and genres, including interviews with notable creators like Jim Wynorski and Neil Jordan, who share insights and personal anecdotes. Accompanied by exclusive photographs and detailed cross-references, this comprehensive work serves as both a valuable reference for enthusiasts and a significant contribution to the vampire genre in 2023.
The Vampiric Body as Locus of Disease and Global Epidemics in 21st Century
Exploring the vampire's deep-rooted connections to infection and disease, this book delves into its evolution in the 21st century as a symbol of modern anxieties surrounding viral outbreaks and epidemics. The vampire embodies contagion, manifesting in various forms from animals to environmental threats. It contrasts life and death, with blood representing vitality and the vampire epitomizing mortality. The study argues that the true source of contemporary fears is not the foreign outsider, but rather the enduring monstrosity of Western culture itself.
Vampiric narratives are examined for their eco-friendly implications, portraying vampires as integral to global ecosystems while critiquing globalization and consumerism. Through a fresh analysis of Bram Stoker's Dracula and various films, the book presents the vampire as both a destructive force and a potential eco-warrior, highlighting the complex role these figures play in addressing environmental concerns.
The Troubling and Distracting Specter of Stoker's Vampire on Screen
The novel portrays a dark and dangerous outsider who embodies the fears and anxieties of Victorian society. Through the character of Dracula, it explores themes of transgression and societal disruption, reflecting the era's deep-seated concerns. The story delves into the unsettling impact of the supernatural on the norms and values of the time, making it a compelling examination of the era's psychological landscape.
Covering the evolution of vampires in film and television, this comprehensive two-volume collection explores the genre from its inception with iconic films like Nosferatu to contemporary hits like Twilight. It presents a unique narrative from the vampire's perspective, highlighting its transformation from a monstrous figure to a romantic icon. The work includes over 30 exclusive interviews with notable creators in the field, accompanied by personal photographs and design images. Enhanced with detailed cross-references and indexes, it serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
The Cinematic Progeny of H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds and Bram Stoker's Dracula
Set against the backdrop of 1897 London, the narrative intertwines the worlds of Transylvania, Mars, and London through the motif of the vampire. It delves into the concept of the "vampire from another world," examining how this figure reflects societal anxieties about alien beings and the darker aspects of human nature. The book offers a unique exploration of these themes, linking classic literature to contemporary concerns about identity and otherness.
Exploring the evolution of vampires in film and television, this two-volume collection delves into their transformation from monstrous figures to romantic leads and cultural icons. It features a diverse range of vampire portrayals across global cinema, including interviews with notable writers, directors, and actors who share insights and behind-the-scenes images. With comprehensive cross-references and extensive indexes, this work serves as both a reference tool and a significant contribution to the vampire genre, appealing to enthusiasts and professionals alike.