3 Horror Tropes You Might Not Realize You Know (& Love!)

You probably know a haunted house when you see one, but what about a HUNGRY HOUSE? And you might know something about the classic bad monsters Dracula and Mr. Hyde, and even the more modern Hannibal Lecter and Norman Bates, but what about horror’s CHILD MONSTERS? And you’re likely familiar with horror stories that are creepy, terrifying, and even shocking, but do you know what makes a horror story qualify as FANTASTIC?

Our favorite expert of horror, Dr. Gina Brandolino, is welcomed back to Westland to talk about 3 tropes you might be surprised you recognize. This talk is Part 1 of a series that will continue in the spooky season of 2025!