PMP#218: All the “Scream”-ing

About this episode

The episode discusses the Scream film franchise and its self-reflective commentary on the horror genre.

We talk about the Scream meta-slasher film franchise, from the original Wes Craven /Kevin Williamson 1996 debut starring Neve Campbell, and Courtney Cox to the new one (#7), still with three out of four of those participants (Wes Craven being dead). Is the self-reflection about the horror genre in these films actually elevating, or just a permission structure to enjoy the base pleasure of seeing people murdered? Are these actually films that people who normally hate slasher movies still might enjoy? Get more at prettymuchpop.com . Get an ad-free experience, plus bonus talking for nearly every episode at patreon.com/prettymuchpop . Sponsor : Visit squarespace.com/PRETTY (code PRETTY) for a free trial and 10% off your first website or domain.

Topics covered

• Scream franchise
• horror genre
• meta-slasher films

Keywords

• Wes Craven
• Kevin Williamson
• Neve Campbell
• Courtney Cox
• slasher movies

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Books & works: Scream

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