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SIGNISTRE: A bilingual LSF/French conference on horror cinema
Horror cinema explained by Anthony Da Silva, known as Vled Tapas
Bibliothèque André Malraux (Paris 6th)
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About
This conference on the main horror genres (slasher, body horror, gore, horror comedy, etc.) is designed to be interactive, featuring short Q&A sessions with the audience about the genres covered, as well as a quiz to test your knowledge.
Anthony Da Silva, better known in the artistic world by the vampiric-inspired pseudonym Vled Tapas, is a musicologist, composer, teacher, and cultural mediator. Co-founder of ASTEC (Association for Science and the Transmission of Critical Thinking) and La Tronche en Biais (300k subscribers), he focuses on decoding the mechanisms of thought and culture. Deeply committed to inclusion, he offers conferences, workshops, and events accessible in French Sign Language (LSF).
Accessible to adults and adolescents.
With LSF/French interpreters present.
Our take on this event
Prepare to dissect the chilling anatomy of horror films during an interactive session that goes far beyond simple commentary. Whether you are a fan of slasher flicks or gore, this inclusive event features sign language interpretation to ensure everyone can fully dive into the dark mechanics of cinema.
Discover the building blocks of terror at SIGNISTRE, a lecture dedicated to horror cinema held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Bibliothèque André Malraux. From 15:00 to 17:00, speaker Anthony Da Silva, also known as Vled Tapas, dissects various subgenres, from slashers to body horror. Designed for audiences aged 12 and up, this interactive session includes audience discussions and a quiz to test your expertise. The event is free of charge and fully inclusive, featuring LSF/French interpretation for the deaf and hard of hearing, with full wheelchair access provided at the venue.
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the Bibliothèque André Malraux hosts SIGNISTRE, an analytical journey through the history and mechanics of horror films. Anthony Da Silva, a musicologist and cultural mediator known as Vled Tapas, breaks down the defining traits of genres like gore, body horror, and horror comedy.
The session runs from 15:00 to 17:00 and encourages active participation. Attendees will engage in thematic discussions and a quiz designed to challenge their cinematic knowledge. This event is suitable for teenagers aged 12 and older as well as adults.
Commitment to accessibility is a priority, with LSF/French interpreters present throughout the lecture to ensure it remains open to deaf and hard-of-hearing participants. The venue is also accessible to those using wheelchairs. Admission is free for all attendees.
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