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Haarlem Horror Film Festival comes to Schuur in Haarlem

The Schuur theater in Haarlem will host the first edition of the Haarlem Horror Film Festival from October 19 to October 25. The program features live-scored silent classics, the Tyro Film Competition for short horror works, and a secret screening.

The Schuur theater in Haarlem is set to host the inaugural Haarlem Horror Film Festival from October 19 through October 25. The festival schedule includes two specific event dates at the Schuur venue, beginning on October 19 with a screening of the classic silent film HÄXAN, featuring live musical accompaniment by pianist Kevin Toma and additional discussions. The program continues on October 22 with the Tyro Film Competition, showcasing ten short horror films that will compete for the Gouden Raaf award and a cash prize. Following the competition, the evening concludes with a mysterious feature film titled The Secret Scream. As a post-festival follow-up, the theater will also screen the 1974 classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre on October 26, which will be preceded by an introduction for the audience.

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