This is the 9555th most frequent Swedish word.
förfasas
"Förfasas" means "to be horrified" or "to be appalled."
Here, 'förfärades' (past tense of 'förfasas') is used to describe a reaction of horror or being appalled towards the movie, indicating an emotional response.
De förfärades över den hemska filmen.
They were horrified by the terrible movie.
In this sentence, 'förfasas' is used to suggest that one should not react negatively or with horror to something potentially unfamiliar or different.
Man bör inte förfasas över kulturella skillnader.
One should not be appalled by cultural differences.
Here, 'förfasas' is employed to convey a deep emotional displeasure or shock towards the lack of respect shown.