Ghouls Next Door

Candyman (2021): Generational Trauma & the Power of Folklore


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Nia DaCosta's Candyman is a sequel to the 90’s folklore villain. The film is creative with its storytelling, handling pain and grief with care. The tale transforms into a way for this community to put a word to their pain. It is no longer about a villain terrorizing an already vulnerable community but instead, something to point to, to separate themselves from and move forward. Gabe explores the evolution of the notorious folklore villain turned vengeful spirit. Kat shares the film's Impact Guide and how to continue the work.


Sources in this Episode:

Candyman - The Impact of Black Horror

Candyman: The Official Companion Guide

CANDYMAN - Social Impact Initiative


Other Reviews & Learning Opportunities for Candyman (2021):

Generational Trauma & History

Candyman Is a Manifestation of Generational Trauma | Podcast

The Cycles of Violence That Haunt Nia DaCosta's Candyman

CANDYMAN Crafts Its Own Lore and Dark Inheritance - Nerdist

All 6 Candymen Explained: Origins, Differences, Real Meanings

Nia DaCosta's 'Candyman' Explores Black History and Trauma Through Myth

Candyman is a tale of two different movies | Screen | Pittsburgh

Review: Candyman turns singular slasher into a timeless avatar for Black trauma | Ars Technica

The Movie Sleuth: Violence is a Ritual: Candyman (2021) - Reviewed

‘Candyman’: Explaining the Anthony McCoy Twist – The Hollywood Reporter

Candyman review: A 2021 reboot made for the wrong audience - Polygon

Gentrification

How Gentrification Expands CANDYMAN's Urban Legend - Nerdist

'Candyman' indicts gentrification as the real horror

'Candyman' Gets An Update, And The Horror Is Gentrification : Pop Culture Happy Hour : NPR

Candyman Wrings Terror Out of the Horror of Gentrification

De-Gentrification: The Removal of the White Savior Element Entirely from Nia DaCosta’s Candyman | Culled Culture

Candyman and the gentrification of black culture

Is racist housing policy the real villain in "Candyman"? - Marketplace


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