To The Devil a Daughter

In this episode of 'To the Devil a Daughter,' join host Kat Ellinger as she embarks on a deeply analytical journey into Rob Reiner’s adaptation of Stephen King’s Misery. Explore the complex layers of Annie Wilkes, played masterfully by Kathy Bates, as Kat delves into the themes of abject femininity, societal expectations, and gender dynamics. Discover how Misery subverts traditional horror tropes and offers a rich characterization of a woman who defies norms and embodies the monstrous feminine. This episode also commemorates Stephen King's birthday and reflects on his evolving writing style over the years. Tune in for an engaging and thought-provoking examination of one of horror's most compelling characters.

In this episode of "To the Devil a Daughter," host Kat Ellinger explores the 1996 film "The Craft," delving into its themes of witchcraft, femininity, and cultural representation. She shares her complex feelings about the film, noting its impact on young women and its portrayal of witchcraft, while also critiquing its stereotypes. Kat reflects on her personal connection to the film as a practicing pagan and discusses the characters' dynamics, particularly focusing on Nancy's embodiment of feminine rage and power. The episode concludes with a reflection on the film's cultural significance and its role in empowering young women. To support this podcast and for additional bonus patron only episodes, check out https://www.patreon.com/confessionsofacineslut

In this latest episode host Kat Ellinger explores the concept of monstrous motherhood and feminine rage in chthonic form for two incredibly complex subversive films. Previously banned in the UK under the heading of video nasty, Andrzej Żuławski's Possession tackles the subject of gothic hysteria and mad love in his usual beautifully excessive melodramatic mode. When Anna (Isabelle Adjani) tries to leave her husband Mark (Sam Neill) for not one, but two lovers, their marriage becomes an ugly battle ground. Meanwhile David Cronenberg's The Brood looks at internalised rage and trauma birthed into murderous children by a bizarre form of alternative therapy (starring Oliver Reed, Samantha Egger, and Art Hindle).

In this episode host Kat Ellinger explores the intersections between Polish director Walerian Borowczyk and British feminist author Angela Carter; especially their shared interest in shapeshifting, fairy tale, eroticism, and female empowerment through embracing the animal within. The main focus of the episode is a discussion of Borowczyk’s 1975 film The Beast and Neil Jordan’s filmic adaptation of Carter’s The Company of Wolves (1984) — the latter co-scripted by the author herself.

In this first episode host Kat Ellinger starts her exploration of the chthonic feminine in film, literature and culture, with an in-depth look into Russ Meyer's iconic films Faster Pussycat, Kill! Kill! and Vixen.