Often subject to more cuts at the hands of the censor than a serial killer's razor, the horror film has a fascinating history, not only as filmstudy but alsoas a look at what has been considered acceptable for the public to view, and what the state will allow its citizens to see. But for the most part horror filmsare about entertainmentconsistently profitable, eminently enjoyable. From horror cinema s beginnings in the late 19th century to the latest...