‘Why So Scared?: the dynamics of horror theatre’

Richard Hand, Mike Wilson

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Abstract

This talked explores the history and tradition of Grand-Guignol theatre and its legacy today in the horror film genre. It also looks at the challenges for the Grand-Guignol actor and the role of the writer in creating effective Grand-Guignol performance.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationN/A
Publication statusUnpublished - 1 Jan 1990
Event Cheltenham Screenwriters’ Festival (sponsored by Hammer Films) - Cheltenham
Duration: 1 Jul 20081 Jul 2008

Presentation

Presentation Cheltenham Screenwriters’ Festival (sponsored by Hammer Films)
Period1/07/081/07/08

Keywords

  • grand-guignol
  • acting
  • horror theatre

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