Some horror movie characters are inexorably tied to the actors who portray them, to the point where they are virtually inseparable. But should they be separated? Two writers enter the ring to battle it out…
Should iconic horror characters be retired when the actor who portrays them retires?
In the first corner, D.D. CROWLEY argues Yes, stating that “characters such as Freddy Krueger and Hellraiser’s Pinhead rely too much on the attitude and persona informed by the actor’s performance”.
In the opposite corner, RM columnist JACOB TRUSSELL counters with No, arguing that “new actors in these roles can give us a fresh appreciation of the character.”
Read both arguments in their entirety in the latest issue of RUE MORGUE #185, now available and cast your vote below!
The winner will be declared in the Halloween issue of RUE MORGUE (#186), on stands everywhere January 1, 2019!
CAST YOUR VOTE BELOW!
Winner declared in RUE MORGUE #186, on stands everywhere January 1, 2019!
