The Predeal Train Station Passage and the Horror Aesthetic of Everyday Life
Walking through the underground passage of Predeal Train Station, I was struck by a peculiar sense of déjà vu—something about its dimly lit, abandoned atmosphere reminded me of a scene from Harry Potter, which I’ve included below. This unsettling feeling, however, is not unique to Predeal. It’s the state of many train stations, platforms, and annexes across the country: neglected, decaying, and imbued with an eerie silence that makes them feel like something out of a horror film. … Continue readingThe Predeal Train Station Passage and the Horror Aesthetic of Everyday Life