Horror films have often been more than simple scares. At their best, they reflect society’s anxiety’s and concerns. In this film, major horror film makers such as George Romero and Tobe Hooper discuss the creation of their films in the 1960s and ’70s and how they related to contemporary events while interviewed intellectuals give their own opinions.<\/p>\n

American Nightmare, The<\/p>\n

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A celebration of Films from Horror’s Golden Age of Fright.<\/p>\n

Adam Simon<\/p>\n

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USA, UK<\/p>\n

7.3<\/p>\n

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