The Entity (1982) — Horror, Trauma, and the Fear of Not Being Believed

Some horror movies fade the second the credits roll. The Entity (1982) isn’t one of them. This controversial classic drops you straight into a nightmare: a single mother terrorized by an unseen force. But it’s more than supernatural scares—it’s about trauma, institutional gaslighting, and the terrifying question of what happens when no one believes you.

In this episode, we break down:

• The shocking opening that set the tone for one of horror’s most unsettling films
• Barbara Hershey’s powerhouse performance and why critics called it her comeback
• The real case of Doris Bither that inspired the story—and how Hollywood twisted it
• Stan Winston’s practical effects wizardry that made the invisible feel horrifyingly real
• The cultural debates around exploitation, belief, and how horror portrays violence
• Why The Entity still resonates in the #MeToo era, and what its lasting legacy tells us about horror

From cult status to controversy, from folklore to true crime inspiration—this movie refuses to stay buried.

🎙️ Buckle up. This isn’t popcorn horror.