102: Suspiria (2018) "Raising the Roof on Tilda”

It might be sacrilegious to suggest watching Suspiria (2018) before Suspiria (1977), but if this episode is any indication, that might be the best approach. Whichever order you choose, we’ve got you covered with a surprise double feature. Check out our discussion of the remake here and our take on the original over on Reel Millennials (Don’t Remember). Don’t be fooled though—these films might have the same title, but the vibes couldn’t be more different. Luca Guadagnino’s homage to Dario Argento’s beloved classic stands firmly on its own two feet, even if it was divisive among critics (and your two hosts). On a new Why the Flick?, we’re invoking the spirit of dance and jumping all over the place as we unravel German history, femininity, and Tilda Swinton’s prank side.

Resources

Reel Millennials—Suspiria (1977) Episode

https://www.wired.com/story/suspiria-movie-review/

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/suspiria-explained-what-is-movie-trying-say-1157724/

https://www.autostraddle.com/luca-guadagnino-suspiria-2018-good-horror-remakes/

https://layeredbutter.com/editorial/suspiria

https://www.vulture.com/2018/10/suspiria-a-german-history-primer.html

https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2018/10/tilda-swinton-old-man-suspiria-who-plays-helena-markos