Horror by Brigid Cherry

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Presents a comprehensive overview of the horror film and explores how the genre works. Examining the way horror films create images of gore and the uncanny through film technology and effects, this guidebook provides an account of the way cinematic and stylistic devices create responses of terror and disgust in the viewer.

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Horror by Brigid Cherry

Presents a comprehensive overview of the horror film and explores how the genre works. Examining the way horror films create images of gore and the uncanny through film technology and effects, this guidebook provides an account of the way cinematic and stylistic devices create responses of terror and disgust in the viewer.

'If you are thinking about teaching horror, I would heartily recommend this guide' - MEA

‘..a cogent and accessible introduction to the genre’ - Matt Yockney, Journal of the Fantastic in the Arts

Brigid Cherry is a senior lecturer at St Mary’s University College where she teaches courses on film and popular culture. Her research into horror film audiences and fan canons has been recently published, alongside articles on Candyman, Hellraiser, and Interview with the Vampire.
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ISBN 13 9780415456685
ISBN 10 0415456681
Title Horror
Author Brigid Cherry
Series Routledge Film Guidebooks
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 2009-02-09
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.