TALK: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF
HORROR MOVIES
How horror speaks to the subconscious. Explore the dark mirrors of cinema that reflect our deepest fears and hidden truths.
FACE YOUR FEARS
THE SUBCONSCIOUS
Explore psychoanalytic theories behind our attraction to fear and how horror films unlock the dark corners of the mind.
MONSTERS AS MIRRORS
From vampires to slashers, discover how movie monsters reflect humanity's darkest aspects and societal anxieties.
OVERLOOKED STORIES
How horror gives voice to marginalized experiences through themes of gender, sexuality, and identity.
How does the horror genre reflect our deepest fears – of both the world around us and within ourselves? Do the monsters on screen act as mirrors, revealing aspects of humanity that we might otherwise avoid?
From vampires and werewolves to slashers and body horror, this talk will sink its teeth into the meanings and theories behind some of our most beloved creatures and movies. Join Katie Evans in tracing horror through the ages and how it reflects societal anxieties.
We will explore why we are drawn to these films, our relationship with fear, and how we connect with the characters and narratives they present. Through a psychological lens, we will also examine how horror gives voice to our often overlooked stories.
Whether you are a horror nerd, a film geek, or someone interested in psychology, this talk will offer a unique perspective on the horror genre. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!
WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER
VAMPIRES
Desire, transgression, and the eternal outsider
SLASHERS
Gender politics and the final girl phenomenon
BODY HORROR
Transformation, identity, and bodily autonomy
PSYCHOLOGY
Freud, Jung, and cinematic psychoanalysis
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MEET THE SPEAKER
Expert in psychology, horror, and the intersection of both
KATIE EVANS
BACP-Accredited Therapist & Horror Nerd
Katie Evans is a BACP-accredited therapist and self-confessed horror nerd. Her passion for all things spooky began in childhood and continued through her studies in music, film, and media at Liverpool University, before moving into the field of mental health.
She holds advanced accreditation in GSRD Therapy (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity). In addition, Katie has presented at conferences across Europe and has spoken for organisations including The Maudsley, the British Psychological Society, The NHS, LGBT Foundation, and HMPPS, among others. She is also a registered guest lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University.
An advocate for using pop culture in psychotherapy, Katie previously hosted The Mental Health Monsters Podcast and continues to explore how fictional narratives – especially those from the horror genre – can help us better understand ourselves.
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EVENT DETAILS
DURATION
2 hours 30 minutes
AGE RESTRICTION
18+ only
FORMAT
In person with Q&A
REFUND POLICY
Refunds up to 7 days before event
VENUE
Cyprus Avenue
Caroline Street, Cork, Ireland
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