Examining Sleepaway Camp: An Unauthorized Dissection of the Cult Horror Series

by Troy H. Gardner

Overview

In this unauthorized book, author Troy H. Gardner casts an analytical eye on the Sleepaway Camp series, a horror franchise that has amassed a cult following.

Gardner calls upon a variety of film theory techniques to examine the iconic Angela Baker. Essays include close readings of the films, the Final Girl trope, the roles of water and the camp setting, character studies of Ricky and Judy, the horredy trend, and many more.

This fun collection is perfect for any Sleepaway Camp fan, film theorist, or horror lover.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940044545113
Publisher:	Troy H. Gardner
Publication date:	05/19/2013
Sold by:	Smashwords
Format:	eBook
File size:	163 KB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Troy H. Gardner grew up in New Hampshire and graduated with a B.A. in English/Communications with a dual concentration in film and writing from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. He spent ten years working in the banking industry dreaming up numerous stories to write. When not writing, Troy busies himself jet-setting from Sunapee, NH to Moultonborough, NH.