It’s a Hot Thing We Do: Dance as Spellwork in “SUSPIRIA” (2018)
When most people imagine a spell, they picture an old hag stirring a bubbling cauldron after throwing in the eye of a newt or moss from a local graveyard. While this is certainly a possibility, most spellwork is much more grounded. SUSPIRIA (2018) includes four instances of spells in which dance is used to channel intention, each involving a ritual to charge the invocation.
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Muscle Cars and Trophy Girlfriends: Objectification and Women as Status Symbols in “Christine”
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Kevin Williamson Reveals Fifth “Scream” Title; Filmmakers Discuss Conception & Legacy Cast
It's a red-letter day for fans of the iconic series!
