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In Men, Women, and Chainsaws, Carol J. Clover examines the gendered dynamics of horror cinema, focusing on slasher, satanic possession, and rape-revenge subgenres. She argues that while sadism has often been highlighted, the central allure of horror films is the viewer’s identification with the victim‑hero who endures pain and ultimately confronts evil. Clover notes that since the late 1970s, this hero is frequently female, and that these portrayals both satisfy and involve male audiences. Through an analysis of over two hundred films—from mainstream titles like The Accused to exploitation staples such as I Spit on Your Grave—she explores how the low‑budget tradition has fostered significant artistic and political innovation.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Horror/Psychological Horror
Authors: Carol J. Clover
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