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Episode: Bodies of Horror: Episode 9 - Freaks
Description: Weâre letting the freak flag fly with a discussion of Tod Browningâs 1932 film, Freaks. Incredibly controversial upon its release, it has left an indelible impression on pop culture and the horror genre â but did it have an impact on the perception of individuals with disabilities?Freaks is the rare film where disabled actors are at forefront of a story that uses the setting of a sideshow to hone in on the âordinarinessâ of their lives.The history of the American sideshow intersects with disability in fascinating ways, and these two books are excellent resources i...