Halloween

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Halloween

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Released Oct 19, 2018

1h 46m

Holiday

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

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It's been 40 years since Laurie Strode survived a vicious attack from crazed killer Michael Myers on Halloween night. Locked up in an institution, Myers manages to escape when his bus transfer goes horribly wrong. Laurie now faces a terrifying showdown when the masked madman returns to Haddonfield, Ill. -- but this time, she's ready for him.

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Critics Consensus

Halloween largely wipes the slate clean after decades of disappointing sequels, ignoring increasingly elaborate mythology in favor of basic - yet still effective - ingredients.

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Sezín Koehler

Bitch Media

Halloween is [Laurie Strode's] love letter to all of us, wrapped in a most excellent slasher movie.

Mar 11, 2021

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Ryan Gilbey

New Statesman

[Forgets] that a decent Halloween movie should take its cue from Michael Myers: low on chat, high on surprise. Even so, this one can still boast a higher-than-average proportion of treats among its tricks.

Jan 26, 2019

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Jo Livingstone

The New Republic

A brutal rumination on intergenerational pain, and the ways that male cruelty can make good women bad.

Oct 31, 2018

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Calum Cooper

Source (Scotland)

The unnerving creativity of the kills are still present, and its atmosphere reaches stalactite coldness during the film’s riveting climax, especially in its execution of silence and commendable restraint on jump scares.

Rated: 3/5

Jul 14, 2024

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Brian Rowe

InSession Film

Ultimately the great attention paid to artistry and atmosphere can’t be denied.

May 3, 2023

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Nicolas Soto

But Why Tho? A Geek Community

While the movie does have its flaws, I highly recommend for you to see Halloween. It pays homage to the original film but also establishes itself as an excellent follow up to the original

Jan 22, 2023

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Ian M

Michael Myers is back in a fresh take in the Halloween franchise. Absolutely loved it

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/07/24

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PJ

Decent follow up to the 78 classic

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/14/22

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Gianfranco P

Bring back the boogeyman, thriller to the end!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/31/21

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kaneki kev

Not the best but always good to see a horror classic on the big screen

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/29/21

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tik t

As a lifelong fan of the franchise, I originally approached this ‘remake’ with caution, like I had the 2007 remake. This film is nothing short of amazing, Jamie Lee Curtis delivers a powerhouse performance that proves Laurie Strode’s resilience, strength, and trauma are just as vital to the film as Michael Myers’ terrifying presence. The pacing of the film is perfect, never overstaying its welcome yet keeping the tension high throughout. Director David Gordon Green delivers a tightly crafted narrative that builds suspense without ever feeling too slow, like the ‘78 original.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/16/24

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Horror fan 4

A very nice addition to the franchise but isn't as good as the 1981 sequel. Changing Laurie to a total stranger instead of his sister wasn't a good idea. Tim Treakle

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/15/24

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David Gordon Green

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Jamie Lee Curtis

Laurie Strode

Judy Greer

Karen

Andi Matichak

Allyson

Will Patton

Officer Hawkins

Virginia Gardner

Vicky

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Synopsis

It's been 40 years since Laurie Strode survived a vicious attack from crazed killer Michael Myers on Halloween night. Locked up in an institution, Myers manages to escape when his bus transfer goes horribly wrong. Laurie now faces a terrifying showdown when the masked madman returns to Haddonfield, Ill. -- but this time, she's ready for him.

Director: David Gordon Green
Producer: Malek Akkad, Jason Blum, Bill Block
Screenwriter: Jeff Fradley, Danny McBride, David Gordon Green
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Blumhouse Productions, Malek Akkad, Miramax, Rough House Pictures
Rating: R (Brief Drug Use|Bloody Images|Horror Violence|Language|Nudity)
Genre: Holiday, Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 19, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 28, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $159.5M
Runtime: 1h 46m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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