In 2012 Kier-La Janisse published House of Psychotic Women, billed as “an autobiographical topography of female neurosis in horror and exploitation films.” It soon became one of the most “vital” ( Tim Lucas, Video Watchdog ) and “astonishing” ( Daily Grindhouse ) genre tomes of all time, with beloved actress and singer Molly Ringwald saying she “devoured this compelling, surprising, and moving book.” To mark the book’s 10 th anniversary, award-winning writer/programmer/filmmaker Janisse (WOODLANDS DARK AND DAYS BEWITCHED) now presents four of the strongest and strangest explorations of onscreen delirium and hysteria, all on American Blu-ray for the first time : Elizabeth Taylor stars in 1974’s IDENTIKIT (aka THE DRIVER’S SEAT) as a hostile woman who travels to Rome to find the most dangerous liaison of all. Kier-La Janisse is a legend in the genre community.” -Screen Anarchy “GROUNDBREAKING…House of Psychotic Women is one of the most influential pieces of film analysis of the 21st century. Curated and produced by acclaimed author and WOODLANDS DARK AND DAYS BEWITCHED: A HISTORY OF FOLK HORROR director Kier-La Janisse as a tie-in with the new, expanded edition of her brilliant book! Orders can be placed at now! Book joint tickets in person at the box office or by phone on 020 7928 3232.On August 30th, Severin Films is lifting the curtain on another heartstopping box set – House of Psychotic Women: Rarities Collection. Joint ticket available with Possession on Saturday 5 November £15, concessions £12 (Members pay £2 less). This event will include live subtitles for the D/deaf and those experiencing hearing loss. Following the In-Conversation, Kier-la will introduce a screening of Andrzej Żuławski’s remarkable study of eldritch hysteria, Possession.
To mark the book’s anniversary, the renowned writer, curator and director is joining Matchbox Cine for a UK tour in support of a brand-new, expanded edition. The book has also played no small role in canonising a range of obscure, fringe and forgotten genre titles, many now considered essential. A ground-breaking mix of keen critical analysis and clear-eyed, thoroughly compelling memoir, Janisse’s influential tome inspired a generation of critics, programmers and film-makers. 10 years ago, Kier-La Janisse published House of Psychotic Women, subtitled an ‘autobiographical topography of female neurosis in horror and exploitation films’.
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