Episode 191 - The History of Birds in Horror

About this episode

This episode explores the significant role of birds in horror, discussing their symbolism and impact in film and folklore.

From ravens and vultures to killer flocks and supernatural omens, birds have played a major role in horror for decades. In this episode of Lunatics Radio Hour, Abby sits down with Kate Rotunda to explore the history of birds in horror and why these animals continue to symbolize death, fear, and chaos across film and folklore. Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan...

People in this episode

Host: Abby

Guest: Kate Rotunda

Topics covered

• birds in horror
• symbolism of death
• fear and chaos
• film
• folklore

Keywords

• horror
• birds
• symbolism
• death
• fear
• chaos
• film
• folklore

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lunatics Project, Lunatics Merch

Products: Horror Stories

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