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The evolution of American horror films is explored through the lens of remakes from the 1930s to the 21st century, with a focus on Gus Van Sant's 1998 version of Psycho as a pivotal moment. This remake signifies a shift in the genre, suggesting that any horror film, regardless of its era or status, could be reimagined for modern viewers. The book delves into the implications of this trend and its impact on the horror genre as a whole.
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Remaking Horror, James Francis
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- Remaking Horror
- Subtitle
- Hollywood's New Reliance on Scares of Old
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Francis
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9780786470884
- Category
- Film
- Description
- The evolution of American horror films is explored through the lens of remakes from the 1930s to the 21st century, with a focus on Gus Van Sant's 1998 version of Psycho as a pivotal moment. This remake signifies a shift in the genre, suggesting that any horror film, regardless of its era or status, could be reimagined for modern viewers. The book delves into the implications of this trend and its impact on the horror genre as a whole.