Introduction

Hello! My name is Rita, or Murph, or any respectful nickname :) I use they/them pronouns, and I am a sophomore Film Studies major.

I am currently at my parents' home in Wilmette, Illinois, about 25 minutes outside of Chicago.

Horror film seems to be a very accessible way to view the fears of people as well as what filmmakers think their audiences fear. For example, are people scared of small kids?! They are framed in such a scary way in horror films but any fear I had vanishes when I see some kid just being slightly weird, as kids are sometimes. Obviously if something disturbing happens then it is frightening, but often it feels as though fear is supposed to be present even with just the presentation of a "creepy child" character. I really want to know why this element is so prevalent. I'm sure it has something to do with loss of innocence or unresolved childhood trauma or something similar, let me know!

How I'm doing:

This time is challenging for everyone in different ways and on different levels. I'm grateful for my family, they are difficult to live with but ultimately care about me and want to make this a peaceful time. I missed being with my little brother a lot and we have been playing lots of video games. Obviously, I would prefer to be on campus but having some more free time to do things that are good for my health has been beneficial for me. I usually don't have time to make art or cook and that has been exceptionally nice.