In this thrilling episode of Vox Macabre, host Kit Mann takes you on a journey through a world of sensory horror, where sight and sound can mean the difference between life and death. We start with a deep dive into A Quiet Place (2018), exploring how silence becomes a weapon of survival in a world overrun by creatures that hunt by sound. Kit discusses the film’s innovative use of sound design and its portrayal of family dynamics under extreme stress.

Next, we shift our focus to Bird Box (2018), a film that challenges its characters to navigate a world where seeing is deadly. Kit examines the psychological tension that comes from living blindfolded in a post-apocalyptic world and how the unseen threats play on our deepest fears.

We also explore The Silence (2019), where a family must survive against sound-sensitive creatures while dealing with a menacing cult. Kit compares and contrasts the similarities and differences between The Silence and A Quiet Place, discussing how each film handles the themes of silence, survival, and fear.

Then, we go back in time to discuss X: The Man with X-Ray Eyes (1963), a cult classic that delves into the horrors of seeing too much. Kit unpacks the film’s exploration of scientific hubris and the terrifying consequences of expanding human perception beyond its natural limits.

In addition to these film discussions, we dive into listener emails, addressing questions and sharing eerie experiences that add even more chills to the episode. And don’t miss this week’s Campfire Tales, where Kit shares a spine-tingling story about a writer who finds mysterious sentences appearing in their work whenever they step away from their computer—leaving listeners wondering if it's a ghost, a hacker, or something even more sinister.

As always, Kit teases what’s coming up next on Vox Macabre, giving you a taste of the dark delights yet to come. Whether you’re here for the movie analysis, the spooky stories, or the community interaction, this episode is packed with everything horror fans love. Tune in, if you dare!Thanks for listening to Vox Macabre! If you enjoyed diving into the

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Credits:

- Created and Hosted by Kit Mann

- Produced by Dara Schope

- Audio Engineering by Roth

- Additional Engineering by Kit Mann

- Original music performed and produced by Kit Mann, copyright to Kit

Mann Music, INC.

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