Capitalism, Class, and the Fears of the Silent Generation in Halloween III: Season of the Witch
Start Date
15-4-2023 5:00 PM
End Date
15-4-2023 5:35 PM
Description
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) is known for its themes involving capitalism, class, and for being the only film in the Halloween series to not feature Michael Myers. However, through close examination, the film can also be seen as reflecting the anxieties of the Silent Generation (those born from 1928-1945), specifically its white men. By examining main characters Dan Challis and Conal Cochran, Season of the Witch can be seen as a metaphor for the fear and anger held by the Silent Generation and its effect on Generation X (1965-1980). With an analysis of these two characters, the events of the film can be seen as representative of men lamenting their youth, hating later generations for theirs, and struggling to maintain their "perilous" position in society.
Capitalism, Class, and the Fears of the Silent Generation in Halloween III: Season of the Witch
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) is known for its themes involving capitalism, class, and for being the only film in the Halloween series to not feature Michael Myers. However, through close examination, the film can also be seen as reflecting the anxieties of the Silent Generation (those born from 1928-1945), specifically its white men. By examining main characters Dan Challis and Conal Cochran, Season of the Witch can be seen as a metaphor for the fear and anger held by the Silent Generation and its effect on Generation X (1965-1980). With an analysis of these two characters, the events of the film can be seen as representative of men lamenting their youth, hating later generations for theirs, and struggling to maintain their "perilous" position in society.