THE VAULT

Taxidermia (2006) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7/100

Three stories. Three generations. Three men. One bizarre and shocking universe.

The Premise

Set over three generations and beginning with a sexually frustrated orderly during WWII who relieves his tensions in the most outlandish, gross ways. The result of his liaison is a glutton who grows up to be a champion speed eater. He produces a child who becomes obsessed with taxidermy.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Black Comedy, Drama, Horror, Taxidermia taps into fundamental fears. The 7/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of suicide, cold war, world war ii continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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