Religion in Horror: Jacob’s Ladder
In this episode, I'm joined by friend of the show Jacqueline to discuss Jacob's Ladder from 1990. Together, we explore the film's most disturbing moments, the real-world inspirations behind its story, and the lasting impact it has had on horror films and other popular media.
We unpack how Jacob's Ladder uses unreliable perception, spiritual symbolism, and unsettling body horror to examine themes of death, grief, attachment, and acceptance. Along the way, we also reminisce about Bravo's The 100 Scariest Movie Moments—the series that first introduced both of us to the film—and how it served as a gateway into a deeper appreciation of horror.
