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Screaming for Pleasure

Screaming for Pleasure

By S.A. Bradley

How Horror Makes You Happy and Healthy. Coal Cracker Press, 2018.

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11 Key insights

A brief summary of Screaming for Pleasure

An homage to the genre of horror, which describes just how much depth and allegory can be found in movies, books, and even music that many people have dismissed as nothing but shock value, neglecting to recognize how horror stories can reflect society’s fears, bring people together, and help us examine our darkest thoughts.

Key insights in Screaming for Pleasure

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What do you get from this book? Permission to enjoy horror movies and encouragement to engage with them on a deeper level
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Horror doesn’t get the best reputation, but it’s a legitimate form of storytelling that can be impactful and forge connections
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Both literature and music in the horror genre can tap into emotions in a way other mediums miss
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Watching horror films can provide a means to examine phobias and death, though it’s not a replacement for therapy
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Reflecting the fears of people in a particular era, horror movies regularly provide commentary on society
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Horror is not always accepted as a meaningful genre, but it should not be dismissed, especially as it is evolving
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Though it’s been a struggle to overcome past stereotypes, horror films by women are making a big splash
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From surrealism to comedy, horror is adaptable, so it is a perfect medium to tell a wide range of stories
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read Screaming for Pleasure

Lovers of horror stories • Stephen King fans • screenwriters • film analysts • anyone who has ever enjoyed a spine-tingling movie or book

About the author of Screaming for Pleasure

S.A. Bradley hosts the podcast Hellbent for Horror, which explores the horror genre across multiple forms of media, including literature, film, and music. A former firefighter, he also contributes to EvilSpeak magazine and various anthologies, and guest stars on several different podcasts to discuss his experiences and share his expertise.

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