Unlike how horror tales are usually unrelated to the X-Men, they’re now incorporating prominent horror authors currently active in the genre. In a sense, there’s an undercurrent of horror in the X-Men narrative because they live in a world that despises and fears them. However, things become genuinely terrifying for the X-Men when a horror movie centered around a mutant protagonist is released. Already struggling with societal prejudice, they didn’t anticipate further scrutiny from such a film. What might surprise them even more is the involvement of notable horror writers in the storyline. SPOILER ALERT: Uncanny X-Men #17 plot points discussed below.
In our previous discussion, we mentioned a mutant-centric horror film titled “Murder Me, Mutina” which has been making waves at the box office. The casts of “Uncanny X-Men”, “X-Men”, and “Exceptional X-Men” are all abuzz about this movie, discussing its impact and the ominous repercussions it brings. It isn’t until a news broadcast that the true extent of “Murder Me, Mutina” becomes clear. The reporter interviews several characters from across the Marvel Universe, including familiar faces, and even includes insights from four horror authors you may know well.
C. Robert Cargill, Nancy A. Collins, Emily Andras, and Joe Hill Chime In on X-Men Horror Movie
In addition to consulting with supernatural specialists such as Blade, Elsa Bloodstone, Daimon Hellstrom, and Magik, Uncanny X-Men #17 also solicits insights from authors C. Robert Cargill, Nancy A. Collins, Emily Andras, and Joe Hill. These four writers are well-versed in the horror genre, having contributed to and created some of the most popular novels and films within this field.
C. Robert Cargill, who penned movies such as Doctor Strange, The Black Phone, Sinister, and Sinister 2, expressed his thoughts on Murder Me, Mutina: “A mutant is usually targeted as a victim rather than an aggressor.” He further added, “It appears more like bullying the weaker, doesn’t it?
In a nutshell, Nancy Collins, the author of the Sonja Blue vampire series, points out that Hollywood often stereotypes the powerless. However, she quickly adds a twist – unless these characters have powers, which many do in Hollywood. She leaves it at that with a hint of irony. Nancy Collins is well-known for her work on comic books such as Vampirella, Swamp Thing, Jason vs. Leatherface, Predator, and Dhampire.
Emily Andras, the creative force behind the “Wynonna Earp” TV series and the mastermind of “Lost Girl”, expresses her concerns regarding public reaction but emphasizes that horror genre is meant to challenge norms. She believes it’s designed to push boundaries.
Lastly, but by no means least, is Joe Hill – a renowned author who penned hit novels such as “Heart-Shaped Box”, “Horns”, “NOS4A2”, “The Fireman”, “King Sorrow”, and the comic series “Locke & Key”. In his own words, “Horror has traditionally preyed upon the most vulnerable in society. Perhaps it’s high time they fought back.
It’s plausible that C. Robert Cargill, Nancy A. Collins, Emily Andras, and Joe Hill granted permission for their likenesses to be featured in Uncanny X-Men #17. Given Gail Simone’s extensive writing experience and wide network of contacts, it wouldn’t be surprising if she contacted our four horror writers to explore the possibility of them being part of the story.
In the latest addition to their team, the Outliers, find themselves watching “Murder Me, Mutina”. During the movie’s finale, characters Jitter and Calico confront the lead actress in her dressing room. Unexpectedly, she attempts to kill the novice X-Men, but the adult members of the team intervene just in time, rescuing their trainees. It is revealed that the actress, Leticia, possesses a mutant ability to read minds. Leticia promises this encounter won’t be the end for the X-Men, and it seems like the final act for our quartet of horror writers.
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