Childhood Trauma Films and TV Nightmares

Childhood Trauma Films and TV Nightmares is a free CineCurious companion PDF created to go along with the video essay of the same name.

This downloadable PDF expands on the video with a curated list of memorable childhood “trauma” films and TV nightmares from the 70s, 80s, and early 90s — from dark animated classics to strange fantasy films and unsettling children’s television.

Inside, you’ll find basic information for each title, including runtime, country of origin, director, cast and crew details, along with short commentary and selected visual references. It is not a full book or academic study, but a handy companion piece with a little more background information than the video itself.

A free download for film lovers, nostalgia seekers, and anyone who still remembers the movies and shows that scared them a little too much as a kid.