After seeing many "Halloween" sequels, which I find some that are good, and some that are not. For Rob Zombie's, he made one that was okay, and one that was totally on crack. How does this was fare up? Here are my thoughts: the movie retcons all the sequels and Zombie's as this one acts as a sequel to John Carpenter's "Halloween." No more of Laurie Strode and Michael Myers being siblings. It takes places 40 years, as Michael Myers is brought back to prison again, then escapes again by putting on his mask and start going around killing people around Halloween night. For Laurie, she is dealing with PTSD, as she is getting herself prepare for Michael's return and take care of him once and for all. I got to see it last night, and I am happy to say that this is the best of the "Halloween" sequels. I actually did found a "Halloween" sequel that I love that is about as good as the first one. However, its not a perfect movie by any means, but here is why. There were some moments that were a bit predictable as you would know who is going to die, and some of the humor that aren't funny. Also, I wish the title wasn't called "Halloween," as they could have come up with a better title if this was called either "Halloween 2018," "Halloween Returns," or "Halloween: The Revenge of Laurie Strode." Nevertheless, the movie has some good humor that did made me laugh as this was written by Danny McBride, Jeff Fradley, and David Gordon Green. Both McBride and Green have done films like "Pineapple Express" and "Your Highness." The script they wrote is well written, and Green does a really good job directing the movie as he is capable enough to create a moody atmosphere, and have moments that are suspenseful. John Carpenter returns to do the music, and teams up with Cody Carpenter and Daniel Davies as they have done an outstanding job with the music, and it is awesome to hear the "Halloween" theme and other familiar themes that Carpenter has created. The opening titles is terrific, and really gets me in the right mood that I am watching a "Halloween" movie. The movie is definitely well filmed, and the visuals themselves are really strong. The performances are terrific. For Judy Greer, I thought she did a good job for playing the daughter of Laurie Strode, which I can't spoil the movie, but you'll see what her character does. Now for Jamie Lee Curtis, she is awesome, and was nice to see her kick Michael Myers' butt. She is Laurie Strode. It was also nice to see Nick Castle returning as Michael Myers, while some was done by James Jude Courtney. The movie does have gore in it, but its not as gory as what you say in the Rob Zombie's one, which they take things up a notch with the gore. Michael Myers in this movie is the definetly the Michael Myers we all know and love as he is what he should be. Not in a thorn cult, nor trying to give any reasons on why he is evil. Sorry Rob Zombie, but you miss the point on what makes Michael Myers evil. He is an evil force, and there is always a mystery behind it. The movie does have some nice twist and turns, and nothing more I can say about it. One last thing, the last act of the movie was both suspenseful and exciting at the same time. Can't spoil it, but you have to see it for yourself. If you are not a fan of Rob Zombie's or any of the sequels that don't live up to John Carpenter's classic, then this is the one you will enjoy. I enjoy this movie, and I am giving it a 9 out of 10.
Review of Halloween
