Killer Keys: The Power of the Piano in Horror

Have you ever noticed the power the piano holds in horror films? From its haunting minor or off-key melodies that evoke anxiety and fear to its imposing presence symbolizing intimidation in the Gothic, the piano serves as a captivating character in itself. In this 88th episode (no coincidence!) we look more closely at how this seemingly elegant instrument becomes a sinister force of anxiety and fear in the world of horror, 'playing' on our anxieties of performance, class, and ableism.*This episode contains spoilers for: The Beast with Five Fingers (1946)House (1977) - https://archive.org/details/house_202104Interview with the Vampire (1994)Audition (1999)💀💀Follow us on Instagram @spooky.scholars💀Join the ongoing conversation and LIVE salon each month at spookyscholars.com🖤Full show notes at patreon.com/spookyscholarsEnjoying the show? Please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review to help us reach more of the horror community!