In this lecture, Strong's focus is on Spike Jonze's film Being John Malkovich, a film that embodies cinema's ability to surprise and challenge viewers with its blend of reality and fantasy. The analysis explores identity, artistic ambition, and human failings through features of the weird genre. With a focus on monstrosity, liminal space, and the uncanny, Strong positions the film as an important landmark in the weird tradition.

The discussion further explores the film through its relationships, gender, and the concept of immortality through art. With a focus on the character of Craig Schwartz and his status as a puppeteer, Strong explains the narrative logic of his transition from protagonist to antagonist, and explores the film's experimentation with perspective.

The Lectures on Weird Fiction series serves as a resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts who seek to understand the complexities of weird fiction. It offers a comprehensive overview of the evolution of the weird, its thematic diversity, and its impact on contemporary culture.