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Essays & Commentary - The Science of Women in Horror: The Special Effects, Stunts, and True Stories Behind Your Favorite Fright Films

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Book Synopsis: From scream queens to femmes fatale, horror isn't just for the boys. Gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, authors of The Science of Monsters, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, present a guide to the feminist horror movies, TV shows, and characters we all know and love. Through interviews, film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, The Science of Women in Horror uncovers the theories behind women’s most iconic roles of the genre. Explore age-old tropes such as “The Innocent” like Lydia in Beetlejuice, “The Gorgon” like Pamela Voorhees in Friday the 13th, and “The Mother” like Norma Bates in Pyscho and Bates Motel, and delve deeper into female-forward film and TV including:

  • The Haunting of Hill House
  • Teeth
  • Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
  • And so much more!

Join Kelly and Meg in The Science of Women in Horror as they flip the script and prove that every girl is a “final girl.”

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Discover the untold stories and secrets behind your favorite fright films with The Science of Women in Horror. Written by renowned gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, this captivating book dives deep into the world of feminist horror movies, TV shows, and characters that have shaped our nightmares. With bone-chilling discoveries, interviews with industry experts, and thought-provoking film analysis, this is the ultimate guide for horror enthusiasts.

Uncover the theories behind women's most iconic roles in the genre as you explore age-old tropes like "The Innocent" embodied by Lydia in Beetlejuice, "The Gorgon" portrayed by Pamela Voorhees in Friday the 13th, and "The Mother" exemplified by Norma Bates in Pyscho and Bates Motel. But this book doesn't stop there. It takes you on a thrilling journey through female-forward film and TV favorites including The Haunting of Hill House, Teeth, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and so much more!

With their acclaimed Horror Rewind podcast hailed as "the best horror film podcast out there," Meg and Kelly are the ultimate guides to the macabre world of women in horror. They give voice to the countless scream queens and femmes fatale who have captivated audiences and shattered stereotypes.

Join Kelly and Meg as they flip the script and prove that every girl is a "final girl." Immerse yourself in the captivating pages of The Science of Women in Horror, and discover the true power and influence of women in the darkest corners of the genre. Don't miss out on this spine-tingling journey!

Experience the chilling truth behind women in horror today.

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