Quote by Rob Sheffield

'American Horror' goes for a very specific kind of Seventies suburban downer ambience - 'Flowers in the Attic' paperbacks, Black Sabbath album covers and late-night flicks like 'Let's Scare Jessica to Death.' It even has 'Go Ask Alice'-era urban legends.

'American Horror' goes for a very specific kind of Seventies

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This quote describes the aesthetic and atmosphere of the television show 'American Horror.' It is characterized as having a distinct 1970s suburban vibe, resembling elements found in popular culture of that era. This includes references to books like 'Flowers in the Attic,' album covers by Black Sabbath, and late-night horror movies like 'Let's Scare Jessica to Death.' The show also incorporates the urban legends prevalent during the time of the book 'Go Ask Alice,' further contributing to its distinctive ambiance.

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