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Now in its sixth year, SHF is bigger than ever as it resumes a full program of live events. More than 20 feature films and a generous helping of shorts will play on all four Cinema Salem screens. (Fest line-up will be released next week.) Dozens of filmmakers will attend from across the U.S. and from International locales as far-flung as Russia and Austrailia. Parties and other live events will feature celebrities in the horror world, including guest of honor Tony Todd of Candyman fame, Linnea Quigley, Geretta Geretta, the team behind the Faculty of Horror podcast and more. Author and film critic Kier-La Janisse will be a featured guest, presenting the keynote speech about folk horror and the role of folklore in our history and culture. Go to www.salemhorror.com for information and ticketing.