The History of Folk Horror 🌲🕯️
Journey into the shadowed landscapes of British folk horror with historian Professor Marisa Linton (Professor Emerita of History, Kingston University). From the witch-hunts of early modern Europe to the eerie power of The Wicker Man and Midsommar, this talk traces how ancient pagan rites, rural folklore, and fear of the “old ways” have haunted the cultural imagination for centuries.
What to expect:
- 🌿 A sweeping historical tour of folk horror’s roots — from Celtic rituals and medieval witch trials to 1970s cinema classics
- 🔮 Expert insight from Professor Linton, a leading authority on the French Revolution, European Enlightenment, and the history of magic and witchcraft
- 🍻 Post-talk drinks and discussion at the venue bar to continue the conversation