Silent films like Nosferatu and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari have a subtle creepy vibe about them- and it isn't because they're horror films. Why are silent films creepy? This week's Darkology was originally a secret episode that was previously only available through a special link and had never been properly uploaded to this channel (hence the #0). The place this episode was originally posted to is going through some major changes and will soon no longer be a proper home, so I'm bringing it back here permanently, with some slight improvements. It explores a dark history of silent films and themes like thanatophobia (the fear of dying) and gerascophobia (the fear of aging). Next week's Darkology will be a nostalgia trip through the world of cartoons and will feature a very special guest! Bluelavasix is a channel dedicated to exploring the darker subjects in the world. Subscribe today for creepy educational videos uploaded when they're ready!