Supernatural storytelling first became a holiday tradition in Victorian England, likely fueled by a combination of factors—the popularity of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol; long midwinter nights; looming industrialization making the world feel just a little bit scarier. And while written and oral storytelling obviously still exist, going to see a film in theaters—especially of the repertory or cult classic variety—feels like a modern way of swapping tales around a fireplace.

This month, as the nights get longer and colder, you’ll have many opportunities to see your favorites, plus films you might've missed the first time. Some screenings will conjure Christmas creepiness (Silent Night, Deadly Night), while others lean more warm and snuggly (Little Women). There's plenty of interesting

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