Alicia and Sarah face their fears of open water with their discussion of the classic film Jaws. They look at the elements of monster stories and how the film fits the pattern. At the end of this week’s discussion, they talk about what they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.
Literary terms of the week: Elements of monster stories
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Music by Craig Harmann
Cover art by Matt Holman
Show Notes:
Intro notes:
Legacy of Jaws (50th anniversary)
Elements of an action story:
Etymology of monster: to warn
Physical representation of social fear
Music: anticipation of the monster
Don’t see the monster until the last act
How legend is talked about in story
Origin story
What are we enjoying right now?
Alicia: Lulu Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books (Kirsten Miller), Wednesday: Season 2 (Netflix)
Sarah: Blood of My Blood (Showtime), Demon Copperhead (Barbara Kingsolver)
