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George Romero and Margaret Hamilton share scary, comforting Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood moments.
In brief
George Romero and Margaret Hamilton share scary, comforting Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood moments. George Romero and Margaret Hamilton reveal Mister Rogers' Neighborhood's gentle approach to fear through Halloween-themed content. Originally reported by AV Club.
Halloween Comfort Playlist
The official YouTube channel's Halloween Comfort playlist features full episodes, compilations, and clips for Samhain season.
Margaret Hamilton on Wicked Witch
Hamilton explains her character's motivations through dress-up activities to help children understand fears.
“Sometimes we think she’s just mean and a very bad person”
Mister Rogers' Witch Costume
Mister Rogers notes the zipper on Hamilton's Witch costume matches his cardigan zipper.
George Romero's Tonsillectomy Segment
Romero directed a previously unseen segment of Mister Rogers getting a tonsillectomy.
Romero on Scariest Film
Romero calls the segment his scariest film due to the tense hospital environment.
“It was shot in a real, working hospital”
Halloween Comfort Content
The playlist releases Halloween-themed content throughout October to help children navigate fears.
What it means
George Romero and Margaret Hamilton reveal Mister Rogers' Neighborhood's gentle approach to fear through Halloween-themed content.
