Eric Presson walks us through the impact horror films have had on Halloween over the years in this wonderful 'Halloween Fest kick-off' article...
https://www.hidefninja.com/2017/10/24/halloweens-movie-treats-the-impact-horror-has-on-halloween/
https://www.hidefninja.com/2017/10/24/halloweens-movie-treats-the-impact-horror-has-on-halloween/