Analysis of the impact of independent filmmaking on 1980s horror from "summary" of Horror Films of the 1980s by John Kenneth Muir
John Kenneth Muir explores how independent filmmaking had a significant impact on the horror genre during the 1980s. The rise of independent filmmakers during this decade led to a surge in creativity and innovation within the horror genre. These filmmakers were able to push boundaries and experiment with new storytelling techniques that were often not possible within the confines of mainstream Hollywood studios. One of the key ways in which independent filmmaking influenced 1980s horror was through the introduction of fresh and unconventional narratives. Independent filmmakers were not bound by the same restrictions as studio filmmakers, allowing them to explore darker and more taboo subject matter. This led to a wave of innovative and boundary-pushing horror films that challenged traditional norms and pushed the genre in new and exciting directions. Additionally, independent filmmakers in the 1980s were abl...
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