Cinema Fiction vs Physics Reality: Ghosts, Vampires and Zombies
C.J. Efthimiou, S. Gandhi
TL;DR
This paper analyzes popular myths of ghosts, vampires, and zombies through the lens of physics, highlighting inconsistencies and providing scientific explanations for these supernatural entities.
Contribution
It introduces a physics-based approach to critically evaluate and explain the myths of supernatural creatures depicted in film and folklore.
Findings
Identifies physical inconsistencies in supernatural myths
Provides scientific explanations for mythological features
Highlights the gap between fiction and physical reality
Abstract
We examine certain features of popular myths regarding ghosts, vampires and zombies as they appear in film and folklore. We use physics to illuminate inconsistencies associated with these myths and to give practical explanation to certain aspects.
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Taxonomy
TopicsGothic Literature and Media Analysis