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Sarah Nicklin Shines in 'Home Haunt' at V/H/S/Halloween

10/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sarah Nicklin stars in 'Home Haunt' at 'V/H/S/Halloween,' cursed LP opens hell.
She praises Micheline Pitt-Norman and R.H. Norman, noting nostalgic set design.
Nicklin cites a supportive horror community and aims to produce original projects.
Fangoria Chainsaw Awards stream on Shudder October 19; Nicklin presents.
Tory Jones links slasher revival to fewer mainstream productions and opportunities.

History

Historical Context

The 1970s marked a transformative era in horror cinema, with George A. Romero's "Night of the Living Dead" (1968) paving the way for more complex narratives. John Carpenter's "Halloween" (1978) further popularized the slasher genre, grossing over $70 million. Today, films like Sarah Nicklin's "Home Haunt" reflect a resurgence in slasher themes, indicating a shift in audience preferences and opportunities for independent filmmakers.

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Story summary

Sarah Nicklin stars in 'Home Haunt' at 'V/H/S/Halloween,' cursed LP opens hell.
She praises Micheline Pitt-Norman and R.H. Norman, noting nostalgic set design.
Nicklin cites a supportive horror community and aims to produce original projects.
Fangoria Chainsaw Awards stream on Shudder October 19; Nicklin presents.
Tory Jones links slasher revival to fewer mainstream productions and opportunities.

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