Haunted Realities: Race, Terror, and the Shadows of Dehumanization

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INSTRUCTOR: Trina Sanders

SECTION: RVX

SCHEDULE: Online

Course Description


In Haunted Realities: Race, Horror, and the Shadows of Dehumanization, you will journey through films, stories, and cultural myths to uncover the deeper meanings behind our collective fears. This course examines how horror intersects with race and societal mechanisms of dehumanization, highlighting how marginalized communities are portrayed and often distorted within the genre. Through diverse films, literary texts, and cultural artifacts, you¿ll analyze how horror reflects and reshapes societal fears surrounding race, identity, and justice. With engaging readings, media, and interactive projects, this course encourages you to think critically about the social narratives that shape our understanding of fear.