Queerness and horror have always been intertwined.

Although LGBTQIA+ characters and storylines have historically been scarce within horror (until recently), queer audiences have often flocked to monster movies and slashers for the genre’s exploration — and obsession — with otherness.

Whether it’s the questioning of a villain’s humanity, the presence of non-normative characters who defy societal expectations, or the sheer drama of it all, queer elements and queer-coded subtext have always been there.