Time to get your FrightFest on! Currently at its most vibrant and popular, the horror fantasy genre is constantly garnering critical acclaim, topping charts and even winning Oscars: not simply through cheap scares or graphic gore but by pushing boundaries, reflecting relevant political and social issues, and asking tough questions of audiences. The biggest and brightest UK shock event, FrightFest, has known this for 20 years now, so it’s fantastic that the rest of world has finally woken up and smelled the coffins. More than mere escapism, the genre has become a key tool to make sense of the chaos and confusion swirling around our everyday lives. Back in Glasgow for the 14th fearful time with another stunning line-up that will resonate with discerning GFF audiences, FrightFest will create meaningful conversations about truth, trauma and terror. From here on in, it’s full scream ahead…