Consuming Gothic

Exploring the intersection of food and horror in post-1980 cinema, this critical analysis reveals how ordinary foods are transformed within a Gothic framework, highlighting themes of desire, disgust, and violence. It examines eating as a metaphor for identity and the complexities of consumer culture, addressing socio-political anxieties and the haunting aspects of everyday life. Aimed at scholars and students, the work delves into the multifaceted representations of food in film, shedding light on the psychological and corporeal implications of consumption in a Gothic context.