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The episode explores terrifying mothers in film and television with guest Lizzie Hopley.

In this special episode of Scarred for Life , Andy Bush, Dave Lawrence and returning guest Lizzie Hopley explore some of the most terrifying mothers in film and television. From Psycho and Carrie to The X-Files , The Sopranos and beyond, the trio discuss the mothers who scarred generations of viewers, examining why twisted family relationships remain such a powerful source of horror. To join Scarred Club and get fortnightly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and access to the members forum - sign-up here - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://scarredforlife.supportingcast.fm ⁠⁠ Send us a voice note on WhatsApp - 07457 404 279 Email us scarredforlife@lockitin.studio Follow us on socials: Scarred For Life - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production Company - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lock It In Studio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Andy Bush - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Andy Bush, Dave Lawrence

Guest: Lizzie Hopley

Topics covered

• horror mothers
• film analysis
• television
• family relationships
• cultural impact

Keywords

• horror
• mothers
• film
• television
• family
• Psycho
• Carrie
• The X-Files
• The Sopranos

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Scarred Club, Lock It In Studio

Books & works: Psycho, Carrie, The X-Files, The Sopranos

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