If you've ever felt a chill from an old legend or a creepy rural setting, you've touched the edge of folk horror. This genre taps into ancient fears and traditions, revealing how unsettling the familiar can become when twisted.
Folk horror is trending because new films and TV shows are bringing this niche genre to a wider audience.
Recent releases like "Midsommar" (2019) and "The Wicker Man" (1973, gaining renewed interest) have pushed folk horror into the mainstream, making people curious about its roots and themes.