Key Insights
Why did Jason Stanley first warn about Trump's fascist rhetoric in 2018?
To call attention to the fascist social and political movement in the U.S.
What is the central role of women in fascist ideology?
To bear children and ensure the dominant group remains numerically largest.
Why do horror films make our skin crawl?
They tap into our hardwired fear responses and transfer threat arousal to pleasure.
What is the anatomy of a jump scare in horror films?
It involves a threat, often imperceptible, followed by a sudden, startling event.
Why are screams in horror films attention-grabbing?
They have fast vibration between high and low notes, triggering a greater fear response.
What is the significance of Black Horror in film history?
It provides counter-narratives to mainstream horror, often addressing racial issues.
How did the Blaxploitation era impact Black horror films?
It led to serious attempts to create stories with Black characters at the center.
Why do people seek out horror films despite knowing they are fictional?
Theories include transforming fear into enjoyment and seeing narratives that resonate with personal experiences.
Chapters
Jason Stanley, a professor of philosophy at Yale University, explains why he believes Donald Trump is a fascist and discusses the characteristics of fascist movements.
- Fascism is a way of doing politics that feeds on propaganda.
- Fascist movements target immigrants, LGBTQ people, and aim to keep the dominant group numerically largest.
- Trump's policies and rhetoric align with fascist tactics, including the use of propaganda and the creation of internal enemies.
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