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*In this episode we introduce the idea of Horror Joy and discuss how we have found joy in horror as professors.
*We take a trip down childhood chills with a discussion of our shared love for Goosebumps, Stephen King, and how nostalgia and joy mix.
*Jeff recounts his introduction to horror through old black and white movies and his recent viewing of Willow Creek, while Brian describes a late blooming interest in horror movies and his love for It Follows.
*The episode finishes with a brief discussion of The Blair Witch Project, exploring how our geographical backgrounds shape our reactions to horror.
*If you want to jump into our analysis, head over to episode 2 where we discuss Jaws. Otherwise, come for the horror. Stay for the joy.
Willow Creek
It Follows
The Blair Witch Project
Donna Haraway: Staying with the Trouble
 By Brian Onishi + Jeffery Stoyanoff
By Brian Onishi + Jeffery Stoyanoff5
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*In this episode we introduce the idea of Horror Joy and discuss how we have found joy in horror as professors.
*We take a trip down childhood chills with a discussion of our shared love for Goosebumps, Stephen King, and how nostalgia and joy mix.
*Jeff recounts his introduction to horror through old black and white movies and his recent viewing of Willow Creek, while Brian describes a late blooming interest in horror movies and his love for It Follows.
*The episode finishes with a brief discussion of The Blair Witch Project, exploring how our geographical backgrounds shape our reactions to horror.
*If you want to jump into our analysis, head over to episode 2 where we discuss Jaws. Otherwise, come for the horror. Stay for the joy.
Willow Creek
It Follows
The Blair Witch Project
Donna Haraway: Staying with the Trouble

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