(ENGL 066) The Slasher

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The slasher has been one of the most enduring subgenres of horror, evolving and continuing to thrive since 1978’s Halloween. In this course, we will read some of the most important critical discussions of the slasher and watch films, from the 70s to the present, that embody both the core characteristics of the subgenre and its radical innovations. We will address what the slasher is, why it’s remained so popular, and what ethical and political questions it raises. Attribute/Distribution: HE, HU, W