Talk: Found Footage 101
60mins Depot eventTalk: Found Footage 101
Also book tickets for The Blair Witch Project
To tie in with Depot’s Halloween night screening of The Blair Witch Project, join us for an introductory talk exploring ‘found footage’ horror! This fun and accessible discussion will take place before the film, highlighting key themes and using case studies to illustrate different approaches.
The presentation will cover pseudo-documentary, home movies, and screenlife. Examples cited will include The Blair Witch Project, Lake Mungo, WNUF Halloween Special, Paranormal Activity, The McPherson Tape, and more!
There will be time set aside for conversation and opportunities to ask questions or share personal perspectives. Whether you’re a curious newcomer to the world of found footage or a fan looking to meet other horror enthusiasts, this relaxed session will provide a friendly and inclusive space to get acquainted with a fascinating subgenre. No prior knowledge is required and all are welcome.
About the Speaker
Eleanor Gwynne works as Marketing Coordinator at Depot. She programmes films with Depot’s Cinelogue collective and founded Lazy Girls Film Club. Eleanor has a PhD in philosophy and experience teaching on undergraduate courses as well as delivering talks at international conferences and running zine-making workshops. She has published essays in independent horror zines on cannibalism in coming of age films and women at work in horror.
Running order:
19:00 - 20:00 Talk: Found Footage 101
20:30 The Blair Witch Project