FAQ About The Role of Folk Horror in Modern Cinema
Can folk horror be found in literature as well?
Yes, folk horror can also be found in literature. The themes of folklore, tradition, and terror in rural settings have been a staple in gothic and horror fiction long before they were adapted to film. Writers like Shirley Jackson, Arthur Machen, and Algernon Blackwood have explored similar themes that inspire the cinematic depiction of folk horror.
