Recently a friend told me that she hated horror movies. Make this horror film. Turns out she only saw one and didn’t survive: “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”
Giving up horror after watching one of his most notoriously ghoulish movies with trembling fingers is like watching “The Sopranos” and swearing to leave New Jersey. Take it from a horror movie fan: Being afraid doesn’t have to be this distressing.
In time for Halloween, here’s a selection of in-person experiences around New York City, as well as movies to watch at home, to get the right dose of scare, whether you’re a curious newbie or a seasoned aficionado.
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Scary Hug
For families with children.
Until October 31, the Metrograph Theater offers digital streams of a 45 Minute Halloween Themed Cartoons Compilation the archivist’s collection Tommy José Stathes, with live and animated shorts starring Felix the Cat and Koko the Clown. (It is recommended from 8 years old.) On Halloween, go to Cinema Forum for a screening of the original at 11 a.m. « Frankenstein » (1931).
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On Saturdays, costume contests for all ages are held at the Bronx Halloween Parade, where the entertainment lineup includes the Marching Cobras, a drum line; Mazarte, a Mexican dance company; and actress Sasha Merci, host of the show. The Spooky Cruise for Halloween Kids (October 23, 30 and 31) features panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and – you have been warned – unlimited Halloween-themed candy. Bamboo! at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (October 31) is a free block party with goody bags that kids can collect from decorated car trunks.
For families with children, avoid the film “Pumpkin head” and go for the real thing. Pumpkin tip turns Nolan Park on Governors Island into a family pumpkin; for a donation, you can bring home a pumpkin. Ferme Decker on Staten Island features pumpkin carvings and a corn maze. Bring your own bag and stock up on pumpkins or explore the Amazing corn maze to Queens County Farm, who will host a trick or treat with farm animals on Halloween.
End your day with “It’s the big pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” and streaming on AppleTV+.
Easily strange
For beginners in horror.
After being canceled last year due to coronavirus, the New York City Village Halloween Parade is back on October 31st. Now in its 48th year, the parade runs Sixth Avenue from Spring Street to 16th Street, starting at 7 p.m. and ending around 11 p.m. The Grand Marshal is the comedian and YouTube star Randy Rainbow. If you can’t participate in person, the parade will be broadcast live on NY1 starting at 8 p.m.
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