Gremlins (1984)

On the second episode of our Magical Minority mini season, Matthew and Stacey sit down to talk about "Gremlins," the 1984 Christmas comedy horror film with the iconically mysterious and seemingly adorable mogwai... Join us as we chat about the character of Mr. Wing (Keye Luke), the wise Asian elder trope, and the notion of premodern, "ancient" knowledge framed against new (and decidedly American) technologies.

Intro Music: “The Army of You” (Library of Congress Free Music Archive)

Outro Music: “Late Night Indigo” (written and performed by Stacey Baran)

"Fear of the Dark" is a film podcast about race and horror, hosted by Matthew Vernon and Stacey Baran. Episode edited by Matthew Vernon. Mixdown and mastering by Stacey Baran.

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