The Latest vs. the Greatest: ‘The Toxic Avenger’ (2023) vs. ‘Phantom of the Opera’ (1943)

The Latest vs. the Greatest: ‘The Toxic Avenger’ (2023) vs. ‘Phantom of the Opera’ (1943)
A publicity still for the 2023 film "The Toxic Avenger," starring Peter Dinklage. MovieStillsDB
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What is it about horrific topics that captivates the human imagination? Why do violent incidents which would repulse the average person in real life cause excitement and amusement in films? I wouldn’t know from personal experience, since I’ve never been a horror film fan. However, as a film critic, I find it interesting to study the themes used in movies of different genres.

Tiffany Brannan
Tiffany Brannan
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Tiffany Brannan is a 23-year-old opera singer, Hollywood historian, vintage fashion enthusiast, and journalist. Her classic film journey started in 2016 when she and her sister started the Pure Entertainment Preservation Society to reform the arts by reinstating the Motion Picture Production Code. Tiffany launched Cinballera Entertainment in June 2023 to produce original performances which combine opera, ballet, and old films in historic SoCal venues. Having written for The Epoch Times since 2019, she became the host of a YouTube channel, The Epoch Insights, in June 2024.
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