From scream queens to femmes fatale, horror isn't just for the boys.
Feminist Horror Film Analysis and Behind-the-Scenes Insights
Gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, authors of
The Science of Monsters and co-hosts of the
Horror Rewind podcast called "the best horror film podcast out there" by
Film Daddy, present a comprehensive guide to feminist horror movies, TV shows, and characters that have shaped the genre.
Deep Dive into Women's Iconic Horror Roles
Through interviews, film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries,
The Science of Women in Horror uncovers the theories behind women's most iconic roles of the genre. This book explores age-old tropes including "The Innocent" like Lydia in
Beetlejuice, "The Gorgon" like Pamela Voorhees in
Friday the 13th, and "The Mother" like Norma Bates in
Psycho and
Bates Motel.
Featured Films and TV Shows
Delve deeper into female-forward film and television including:
- The Haunting of Hill House
- Teeth
- Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer
- And so much more
Special Effects, Stunts, and True Stories
This guide goes beyond character analysis to examine the special effects and stunts that bring horror to life, with particular focus on women's contributions to these technical aspects of filmmaking. Join Kelly and Meg in
The Science of Women in Horror as they flip the script and prove that every girl is a "final girl."
About the Authors
Meg Hafdahl is an author and co-host of the
Horror Rewind podcast. Her female-driven horror stories have been produced for audio by The Wicked Library and in anthologies such as
Eve's Requiem: Tales of Women, Mystery and Horror. Meg lives in Minnesota with her husband, two young sons, and a menagerie of pets.
Kelly Florence is a teacher, a mother, and a horror film lover. She is passionate about female representation in all media and particularly in the horror genre. Kelly produces and co-hosts
Horror Rewind. She also owns Gothic Gifts, a shop for fans of horror.
