This week the Horror Movie Syllabus explores the artistry and wonder of Animated Horror! Join Professor Victor as he appreciates the best of horror that doesn’t feature live action! While so many animated movies are for kids, we’ll look at the gamut—kid-friendly yarns and very adult adventures alike! We’ll also talk about a few “extra credit” cartoons as well.

The Horror Movie Syllabus gets meta as this week’s video is a Horror Movie Syllabus video about movies about horror movies (try saying that five times fast!). Professor Victor takes a look at three fascinating explorations into horror films, focusing on the making, the cultural impact and influence of horror movies on society. We’ve also got some great “extra credit” recommendations for you as well!

This week, the Horror Movie Syllabus puts a spotlight on Horror Comic Book movies! Join Professor Victor as he examines some of the more fun and noteworthy horror comic adaptations and explores why they tend to not adhere to their source material. He’ll also present a few “extra credit” suggestions (both movies and comics) for your further education!

Movies so nice, they did them twice (or more)! This week the Horror Movie Syllabus looks at Horror Remakes, exploring why it’s so hard to remake a movie and satisfy the fans of the original. Professor Victor offers up a defense of some of the most notoriously derided remakes, and offers up some “Extra Credit” recommendations of remakes that worked out well.

We all go a little mad sometimes, and this week Professor Victor goes mad for our selections for the Madness subgenre! The Horror Movie Syllabus looks at three exceptionally great and legendary horror movies that focus on madness, as well as three “extra credit” movies that show just how scary madness can be!

There’s about to be a reduction in force! The Horror Movie Syllabus takes a look at Workplace Horror, those horror films set in the office and/or focused on a group of workers, usually resulting in a hilariously horrific horror movie. Professor Victor will present three such films, along with a few “extra credit” movies if you’re willing to put in a little overtime!

The Horror Movie Syllabus gets retro as we examine “throwback” horror movies! Professor Victor looks at those movies painstakingly shot to look like they come from a different era, evoking a vintage style with modern sensibilities. We’ll look at three excellent examples of this subgenre, along with some throwback “extra credit” films as well!

No movies this week as our regularly scheduled video has been held up by a Takedown Notice and Copyright Strike. Instead, the Professor decides to shed a little light on the direction the Horror Movie Syllabus will go as we get closer and closer to finishing the Syllabus. The Professor has some fun ideas for the channel, and asks you to chime in with suggestions as well!

What if your favourite horror monsters or characters were able to meet and team up, or even fight each other? The Horror Movie Syllabus examines the history of shared universe horror movies, where different franchises have overlapped to give fans some crowd-pleasing matchups. We’ll look at three of the most popular shared universe horror movies and also discuss a few “extra credit” entries as well.

The Horror Movie Syllabus presents Professor Victor’s favourite horror television shows, ranking them in order until we get to his #1 favourite show of all time! Along the way, the Professor will explain what makes these shows so great and why you should check them out (if you haven’t already)!

Send in the clowns! Actually, don’t! The Horror Movie Syllabus faces down its coulrophobia to present some of the best, scariest clown horror movies. We’ll talk about why there are so many clown horror movies and what makes them so effectively creepy. We’ll even throw in some “extra credit” clown horror movies—it’ll feel like clown horror just constantly pouring out of a clown car!

Professor Victor finally tries to explain the difference between “thriller” and “horror” … with debatable results! Tune in to see what qualifies as a thriller for the Horror Movie Syllabus as we discuss some critical darlings, along with some “extra credit” movies that further illustrate the thriller sub-genre.

Fear the outdoors! Professor Victor braves the elements to present some of the best examples of horror films involving nature and isolation! What makes these films so scary, even without an identifiable monster or antagonist? Find out as we discuss three shining examples of the sub-genre, along with some “extra credit” suggestions.

Many if not most horror movies would be considered “extreme” to the average non-horror fan. In this video, Professor Victor tackles the movies that even bona fide horror fans would acknowledge as “extreme.” We’ll look at three of the roughest, most controversial and notoriously graphic horror movies ever, along with a few extreme “extra credit” selections as well.

How do you improve on an incredible foreign horror film! Make it in English, of course! The Horror Movie Syllabus explores three noteworthy American remakes of foreign horror movies and discusses their value and significance. We also examine a few additional American remakes for “extra credit.”

Once more, with feeling! When you think of horror, “musical” probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. However, you may be surprised to find just how robust this subgenre is. Join the Horror Movie Syllabus as we explore the horror musical by looking at some popular examples of this very unique and unusual genre blend. We’ll also throw in some “extra credit” movies as an encore.

The role of black people in horror has frequently been that of the sidekick, snarky friend, token member of the group, and/or first victim. However, the movies we’re talking about in this video turn all of that on its head. Blaxploitation movies have an interesting history, but their impact on horror is noteworthy and fun. Join Professor Victor as he presents three such films, along with some “extra credit” ones for further enjoyment.

Oi! The Horror Movie Syllabus is heading Down Under to explore the quality horror films of Australia! Some seriously incredible movies have come out of Australia, and Professor Victor is excited to talk about them. He’ll also provide some choice “extra credit” Australian films that you should really enjoy.

Representation of LGBT+ people in horror has historically not been the most favourable, but in this video the Horror Movie Syllabus explores some noteworthy horror films that take on LGBT+ themes. While the portrayals and presentation might not always be progressive, there is value in looking at these movies and discussing their merit—and Professor Victor does just that. He’ll also present some “extra credit” movies that touch on LGBT+ themes.

We’re gonna need a bigger video! Just when you thought it was safe to go back on YouTube, the Horror Movie Syllabus dives into treacherous waters to explore the best horror movies about sharks! We’ll also select a few “extra credit” shark movies for your viewing pleasure. You won’t go swimming again anytime soon!