splatterpunk

Definitions

1. A movement within horror fiction distinguished by its graphic, often gory, depictions of violence.
   uncountable
2. A fan of splatterpunk fiction.
   countable

Examples

“It is interesting to note⟳ that even as the arguments fly⟳ back and forth between the splatterpunks and the traditionalists of horror fiction, other forces appear⟳ to be eroding the ground on which the splatterpunks have⟳ made their stand⟳.”

“Although the gore may be too sparse for most splatterpunks, the then-taboo subject matter⟳ and overall bleak tone of the film should more than please⟳ them, as well as fans of low-budget 70s horror.”

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