The Haunted History of Halloween

Synopsis

The origins of Halloween are explored in this engrossing program on the subject. A ghoulish array of costumes, make up, and decoration descend on communities every year on October 31st, but few people are aware of how the celebration came to exist. Harry Smith attempts to get to the bottom of the mystery in THE HAUNTED HISTORY OF HALLOWEEN, which delves into the 3,000 years of hoopla that traditionally unfolds when October comes around. As the history is explained, so are various failed attempts to co-opt the festival by various religious groups; but the most compelling revelation is how little the festival has changed over the centuries. A marvelous way to gain a historical perspective on this entertaining holiday, Smith's program is almost as fun as carving a pumpkin, donning a spooky costume, and undertaking a little trick or treating!

Main Cast

Jamie Lee Curtis

Herself

Age : 65 | Popularity : 31%

Garrison Keillor

Himself

Age : 81 | Popularity : 3%

Art Linkletter

Himself

Age : 97 | Popularity : 3%

Liza Minnelli

Herself

Age : 78 | Popularity : 8%

Harry Smith

Host / Narrator

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Production	Producer	Jeff Swimmer Alison Guss Sheila Maniar Greg Weinstein
	Executive Producer	Charlie Maday Susan E. Leventhal
Writing	Writer	Jeff Swimmer
Camera	Camera Operator	Jeff Muhlstock Richard Neill Uberto Sagramoso Christopher Seivard Steve Sweet John Rosenblatt
	Steadicam Operator	Jeff Muhlstock
Crew	Cinematography	Jeff Muhlstock
Editing	Editor	Dina Potocki Jai Dindial
Sound	Sound Editor	Jill Kirschen
	Sound Designer	Ed Campbell
Lighting	Gaffer	Phillip Sorenson
Department	Role	Name

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