I spoke with film scholar Dr. Kate Robertson about cannibalism in cinema! We talk a bit about the history of cannibalism in film, why cannibalism is considered a taboo, depictions of female cannibalism, and more!
Kate is going to publish a book about female cannibalism soon, follow her on social media to receive updates!
Show Notes:
Kate Robertson‘s website: https://katerobertson.me/
instagram: @kate_in_bk
twitter: @final_fatale
https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2017/03/why-female-cannibals-frighten-and-fascinate/519276/
Kate discussing Trouble Every Day: https://podcast.womaninrevolt.com/episode/cb7a34a2/new-french-extremity-trouble-every-day-with-dr-kate-robertson
Films mentioned in the episode:
King of the Cannibal Islands
Terror Island
Blood Feast
Cannibal Holocaust
Dumplings
Raw
Neon Demon
In My Skin
The Lure
Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Fresh
The Cannibal Club
Slack Bay
Jennifer‘s Body
Ginger Snaps
Trouble Every Day
Die Weibchen (The Women)
Possibly in Michigan
301/302
Yellowjackets
Omnivores
Bloodthirsty
Eating
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