Episode 201
Horror Used to Be Escapism. Now It’s a Mirror
The Assignment with Audie Cornish · CNN Podcasts
October 30, 202524m 55s
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Show Notes
Over the past decade, horror has evolved from cheap thrills to cultural reflection—tackling everything from systemic oppression to collective trauma. Audie talks with writer and filmmaker Tananarive Due, who explains how we got here. And why, in an age defined by fear, horror might just be the healthiest thing to watch.
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