The Phantasmagoria Horror Film Festival thrilled fans with two days of spooky entertainment recently.
Held at George Edwards Hall in Wrexham, the event attracted horror enthusiasts from across the region.
The festival featured Welsh premieres, expert panels, and a variety of horror-themed activities.
The event began with the Welsh premiere of 'Children of the Night,' followed by screenings of cult classics like 'Killer Klowns from Outer Space' and 'Destroy All Monsters.'
Attendees also experienced a musical performance by Professor Elemental, a horror talk from Robin Ince and Jeremy Dyson, and a horror pub quiz.
The day ended with the premiere of 'Slasher House 3.'
The schedule for the second day included talks from the Robot Wars team, short films, and the UK premieres of 'Massacre at Femur Creek' and 'Suzzanna: Queen of Black Magic.'
The festival concluded with the Welsh premiere of 'Cursed (AKA "Malditas)'.
Cefn Community Council Councillor Helen Brimfield, who helped organise the event, said: "We were thrilled to see so many people come together to celebrate their love of horror.
"The support from the community has been overwhelming, and we couldn’t be happier with how the festival turned out."
Marc Brimfield, the festival’s founder and organiser, said: "This was the biggest Phantasmagoria yet, and it’s all thanks to the fans, volunteers, and guests who helped make it happen.
"We aimed to create a weekend that brought people together for a shared love of the horror genre, and the response was incredible."
Local businesses and volunteers played a key role in the festival’s success, ensuring everything ran smoothly.
With Phantasmagoria 2024 concluded, organisers and fans are turning their attention to next year's event, with plans to expand and enhance the festival experience.
In the meantime, horror fans can share their favourite festival moments online using the hashtag #PhantasmagoriaWrexham.
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