It: Chapter Two and the Accurate Depiction of Fear for Queer Folks

Homophobia (both internalized and otherwise) are real life fears that linger in the world. We don’t need Pennywise or any other entity to help stir up the violent homophobic thoughts within people, nor make them act out their homophobia.

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Halloween: Trauma and White Male Rage

“Michael’s brutality doesn’t waver in this film, instead it is portrayed more vicious, nor does his obsession with killing Laurie. His eerie fixation with our Final Girl is a reminder of what she doesn’t think she’ll ever escape: her trauma and history.”

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Vanessa Van Helsing is a Grey Area Character and Also a Protagonist, Deal With It

Vanessa Van Helsing (Kelly Overton) is a lead character and a protagonist, but she’s not your regular “we-must-do-the-right-thing-all-the-time” protagonist. She’s the type that does what she believes is necessary for herself and those she cares about. 

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Celebrating Black Female Characters in Horror Television

Vanessa celebrates Black women in Horror TV shows for Black History Month, highlighting why these characters deserve to be celebrated!

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