Halloween (2007)

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blakKSep 5, 2007

I didn't see the original Halloween, so I can't really make a comparison between the original and this re-make. I have seen Zombie's other two films, however, and I feel that he's definitely grown as a director. It was I didn't see the original Halloween, so I can't really make a comparison between the original and this re-make. I have seen Zombie's other two films, however, and I feel that he's definitely grown as a director. It was also nice to see some familiar faces from the other films. Still, I didn't feel any tension or fear throughout the movie, and actually felt a little bored during the last scenes. I think the story surrounding Michael Meyers was interesting, but the movie failed to set the right atmosphere. It's also hard to feel any fear when you're getting teenage breasts thrown in your face every 10 minutes.... not that I'm complaining.… Expand

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AestrangelSep 4, 2007

Rob Zombie's re-make/re-envisioning of the classic horror film, "Halloween", was not only scary, but extremely thought provoking and sad. Zombie's third shot at film making (writing/directing) has solidified his status as a Rob Zombie's re-make/re-envisioning of the classic horror film, "Halloween", was not only scary, but extremely thought provoking and sad. Zombie's third shot at film making (writing/directing) has solidified his status as a formidable player in the horror genre. The movie is separated into 3 acts: the 1st exploring the sad and disturbing childhood of Michael Myers, the 2nd dealing with Myers's stay at the sanitarium, and the 3rd basically being an updated version of the original film. Zombie has amped up the blood and body count, which is in stark contrast to the original film (and which I'm not personally complaining). Overall, Zombie's new additions to the Myers Legend add a fresh spin to the original. Of course, Zombie's film doesn't have the amazing Jamie Lee Curtis, and for die hard fans of the series, this may prove problematic. While Scout Taylor Compton was good in the role of Laurie Strode, she just didn't have that innocent, pure quality that Curtis brought to the character. In the original, the audience is truly focused on Strode's fears and anxieties. In Zombie's version, the suspense is near absent, as the focus of the tale is all about Michael himself. As far as dialog is concerned, I actually expected more of the demented wit that Zombie's other movies were peppered with. Zombie has a way with writing dialog, and for me this was just on par. *******Fans (like myself) of Zombie's other two movies ("House of 1000 Corpses" and "The Devil's Rejects") will enjoy some inside jokes throughout! My husband and I chuckled at a few scenes!… Expand

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KayS.Sep 4, 2007

Very disappointing. There was NO suspense....no "hold your breath" moments waiting and wondering what will happen next. This movie was NOT scary....it was merely GORY. There was an economy of talent, performing a plodding story that simply Very disappointing. There was NO suspense....no "hold your breath" moments waiting and wondering what will happen next. This movie was NOT scary....it was merely GORY. There was an economy of talent, performing a plodding story that simply laid everything out on the table, leaving nothing to the imagination. The back story idea could have been a real gem, and could have begun a sense of mystery and suspense. Instead, it played like an over-the-top Saturday Night Live made-for-TV segment. Throughout the movie, cute was too cutesy, and vile was shouted instead of whispered. This could have been a great horror movie. It SHOULD have been a great horror movie. Instead, it was a poorly written, poorly acted, poorly directed, suspense-less and horror-less flop. I give it a "3" rating based solely on the idea behind the back story and the unrealized potential for a modern horror classic that lurks beneath the surface.… Expand

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CAENTSep 4, 2007

Very solid re-creation of Halloween through the eyes of Rob Zombie. Although Rob didn't ace this horror classic, he sure did add some of that Zombie flavor. The most enjoyable portion of the film to me was the 1st quarter, when Rob uses Very solid re-creation of Halloween through the eyes of Rob Zombie. Although Rob didn't ace this horror classic, he sure did add some of that Zombie flavor. The most enjoyable portion of the film to me was the 1st quarter, when Rob uses is imagination and dives into Michael Myers young mind. The boy actor was superb. His cold stare alone had me a believer. Great casting on young Michael. The rest of the cast however, leave much to be desired, (minus mike myers of course). Overall, a must see for fans of the original Halloween (series) as well as Rob Zombie fans and horror fans alike.… Expand

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ArthurC.Sep 4, 2007

This is the biggest disappointment of the summer. Rob Zombie showed such promise with The Devil's Rejects, and here, he loses all that. The film is disjointed, plays around too much with the Halloween myth, and worse of all, isn't This is the biggest disappointment of the summer. Rob Zombie showed such promise with The Devil's Rejects, and here, he loses all that. The film is disjointed, plays around too much with the Halloween myth, and worse of all, isn't scary or suspenseful in the slightest. By giving a back story to Michael Myers, he strips away what truly made him frightening, his unrelenting evil. A faceless, voiceless monster who has no rhyme or reason to what he does. It had potential, but Zombie should've focused on something here. Anything really. Either a prequel or a remake, not both. The final half of this film is so dull and pointless, I kept looking at my watch. Something I didn't even do during Halloween 6. Rob, please, make a better movie next time.… Expand

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RickSep 4, 2007

Probably the best in the series since the original but that isn't saying much. The opening scene was just painfully to watch. I haven't heard that much dialogue without anything remotely important being said since QT's Probably the best in the series since the original but that isn't saying much. The opening scene was just painfully to watch. I haven't heard that much dialogue without anything remotely important being said since QT's Deathproof. The problem with this movie is the backstory of Myers doesn't work. The original had one scene a boy holding a bloody knife that left so much to the imagination that we personally made what we thought his creepy story was in our heads. The story is not important but the image is. Less is more especially in this movie.… Expand

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KimSSep 4, 2007

This movie was phenomenal! The original still holds its place but rob Zombie really took it up a notch. It made you feel for little Mikey yet at the same time be sickened with his anger and violence at people and animals. A++ This movie was This movie was phenomenal! The original still holds its place but rob Zombie really took it up a notch. It made you feel for little Mikey yet at the same time be sickened with his anger and violence at people and animals. A++ This movie was VERY entertaining and in my opinion, scary.… Expand

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GeorgeH.Sep 4, 2007

The first 45 minutes is brilliant with Zombie creating psychological backstory but as soon as we hit the "15 years later" section, it's as if he had no ideas left and the movie stumbles hopelessly. You set up Myers as a complex The first 45 minutes is brilliant with Zombie creating psychological backstory but as soon as we hit the "15 years later" section, it's as if he had no ideas left and the movie stumbles hopelessly. You set up Myers as a complex sociopath and the world Zombie creates is very believable. How can we then expect to believe that after being shot multiple times and stabbed in the neck Myers can shake it off like an annoying mosquito bite?… Expand

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nic-Sep 3, 2007

Terrible.. trying to put a background and make the viewer try to sympathize with Michael falls flat on its face.

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AustinW.Sep 3, 2007

Rob Zombie stands alone in the horror genre. His touch, his direction, the pacing, the framing, the lighting - everything is exquisite and contributes to the story. The cast is great too, especially the regulars like Bill Moseley and Sherri Rob Zombie stands alone in the horror genre. His touch, his direction, the pacing, the framing, the lighting - everything is exquisite and contributes to the story. The cast is great too, especially the regulars like Bill Moseley and Sherri Moon Zombie.… Expand

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bhSep 3, 2007

an absolutely horrible movie in every aspect...extremely poor acting, uninspiring writing and cinematography. the 'prequel' portion of this movie does not clue you into why Michael Myers came to be...it is just a little kid an absolutely horrible movie in every aspect...extremely poor acting, uninspiring writing and cinematography. the 'prequel' portion of this movie does not clue you into why Michael Myers came to be...it is just a little kid carrying out the same pointless acts of violence as in every other Halloween. the entire story is poorly sequenced with pointless characters and dialogue...this movie is so bad zombie could have taken it into the ridiculous realm of a no-budget Grindhouse b-movie...but he doesn't. you couldn't pay me to watch this movie again.… Expand

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gusSep 3, 2007

Hideous !! How is it possible that this trash wasn't slapped with an NC-17 rating based on the fist 20 minutes alone, the very part of the film where the youngest members of the cast are put through its most violent sequences !?! What Hideous !! How is it possible that this trash wasn't slapped with an NC-17 rating based on the fist 20 minutes alone, the very part of the film where the youngest members of the cast are put through its most violent sequences !?! What stinking hypocrisy ! Forget the inane plot deviations from the original. They're worthless.. What stays is how depraved Zombie's clear reverence for this monster is and the slow, clinical butchery of people with no concern for any attachment to the victims. They are there to be slaughtered as a demonstration of the monster's satanic beauty. Scream, baby. Chop slice. So animalistic.… Expand

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PatriciaB.Sep 3, 2007

One need not be a fan of the original to be extremely disappointed by this film. I had to walk out after an hour because it was so ridiculously bad. I have to wonder about the people who claim to have loved this movie or even liked it - the One need not be a fan of the original to be extremely disappointed by this film. I had to walk out after an hour because it was so ridiculously bad. I have to wonder about the people who claim to have loved this movie or even liked it - the acting and casting were atrocious! Zombie's sense of pacing is extraordinarily poor and there wasn't a scary moment to be found. Just because someone can make a murder scene look real - that doesn't make it frightening or even horrifying. Everything that was suspenseful about the original - or the genre, in general - is missing in this "re-imagining." Watching a guy walking around killing people when he's in plain sight the ENTIRE TIME isn't frightening. It's boring. The dialogue is some of the worst I've ever heard, made worse by really bad acting. Michael Myers' family -- a stripper mom, a slutty sister, and a foul-mouthed boozer father in a wheelchair -- don't explain why he becomes a serial killer -- they do a better job of explaining why he might get an STD. That "family" looks like they met the day they started shooting and decided to use the first take of every scene. I've never seen a less convincing group of actors in my life. And what sense does it make for the cops to leave Michael ALONE in the car after he's butchered all those people? Or for Dr. Loomis to wait 15 YEARS to finally give up on him... yet still call him his "best friend"? As for the critics who gave this a decent rating, I have to think they're older folks who want to try to be cool by liking a director with a cult fan base... despite having little talent on display in this movie.… Expand

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StevenSep 3, 2007

Rob Zombie has accomplished the very difficult task of taking a beloved classic and making it his own while respecting all that is so loved in the original. Much like the 2003 remake of Texas Chainsaw Massacre, the filmmakers took the idea Rob Zombie has accomplished the very difficult task of taking a beloved classic and making it his own while respecting all that is so loved in the original. Much like the 2003 remake of Texas Chainsaw Massacre, the filmmakers took the idea of the original film and made it different in enough ways to make it stand on its own. Never boring, the film gives a different perspective on Michael Myers that is absent in the original. What it lacks in John Carpenter's suspenseful style and restraint, it makes up for in savage brutality. What is most interesting about the new Halloween is how it is able to evoke some real emotional moments. I am a real fan of the original film, but I really enjoyed the new one as well.… Expand

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ChazL.Sep 3, 2007

Very solid film (don't know if it's better than 'The Devil's Rejects", but it's good). Kind of surprised at how badly the film is being reacted to in some corners. Trying to squeeze almost the entire original into Very solid film (don't know if it's better than 'The Devil's Rejects", but it's good). Kind of surprised at how badly the film is being reacted to in some corners. Trying to squeeze almost the entire original into the last 40 minutes of the film (after an excellent first hour) seems a little forced. Perhaps RZ should have not followed the original so closely.… Expand

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ChrisV.Sep 3, 2007

I think this movie is very well done, i enjoyed every second of it... i think Rob Zombie did a great job.. See it in the movie theaters!! It scares the hell out of you!!!!

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JonerdC.Sep 3, 2007

Wow. I can't believe that people enjoyed this film. It left nothing to the imagination and created absolutely no suspense. Much of the beginning and end were totally uncalled for and made the movie drag on. The cinematography would have Wow. I can't believe that people enjoyed this film. It left nothing to the imagination and created absolutely no suspense. Much of the beginning and end were totally uncalled for and made the movie drag on. The cinematography would have been ok for a 4 minute music video but not a feature film. The soundtrack was also retarded, you would think rob zombie would do better. waste of time.… Expand

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G-RadAndrewSep 3, 2007

It's scary. It's exciting. Halloween has come to the big screen this Summer.

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JoshSep 3, 2007

Really pointless movie. Everyone I was with hated it too. I love horror movies, but this one sucked. I can't believe all the 9's and 10's.

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SimonM.Sep 3, 2007

If you saw the Carpenter original and liked it you'll like this. Rob Z does a great job on his charecterization of Myers. You really get how utterly F'd up the guy is.

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DavidN.Sep 2, 2007

I like the original Halloween movie because it's the only horror movie I can see at 2 in the morning and not be scared. Meaning, this one is scarier.

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MitchM.Sep 2, 2007

Decent movie. But I'd like people to remember that the producer of the original Halloween series, Moustapha Akkad, and his daughter, were both killed by Al Quaida at her wedding reception in Jordan. So if you didn't know anybody Decent movie. But I'd like people to remember that the producer of the original Halloween series, Moustapha Akkad, and his daughter, were both killed by Al Quaida at her wedding reception in Jordan. So if you didn't know anybody who has been killed by these folks, you do now. What a shame.… Expand

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SasukeH.Sep 2, 2007

This movie rocked and i think Rob did better than the origion al.

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BitBurnSep 2, 2007

A remake is always a touchy and daring thing to do. Gladly, I think Mr. Zombie did an excellent job reviving the original Halloween and even bring compassion to young Michael Myers the infant. It's a real shame that some folks here A remake is always a touchy and daring thing to do. Gladly, I think Mr. Zombie did an excellent job reviving the original Halloween and even bring compassion to young Michael Myers the infant. It's a real shame that some folks here thought otherwise.… Expand

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EliasK.Sep 2, 2007

Maybe I expected too much. Putting a sacred film in the hands of a talented director with respect for the original seemed like a no-brainer. Rob gave it his all I guess, adding an interesting back story (though the opening Myers House scenes Maybe I expected too much. Putting a sacred film in the hands of a talented director with respect for the original seemed like a no-brainer. Rob gave it his all I guess, adding an interesting back story (though the opening Myers House scenes with the abusive stepfather seemed a bit over the top) and a much larger body count. But once he were back in Haddonfield that faithful night I felt like he abandoned his fresh approach and simply followed the formula. And honestly, how many times do I have to see some wounded broad, who had been stabbed, crawl away on the floor? That is not scary, it's stupid. Loomis was a bright spot but all the leading ladies lacked everything emotionally except a lust for sex. Their acting was atrocious. My love for the original just got heightened, enhancing it's place as a masterpiece. Nice try though Rob, appreciate the effort. It was good to see Michael back on the big screen nonetheless.… Expand

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MikeM.Sep 2, 2007

Rob Zombie has proven he knows what he is doing. House of 1,000 Corpses was dirty, downright disgusting fun, and Devils Rejects was just as fulfilling. But with Halloween, he delivers his best direction yet. Everyone knows the story, Rob Zombie has proven he knows what he is doing. House of 1,000 Corpses was dirty, downright disgusting fun, and Devils Rejects was just as fulfilling. But with Halloween, he delivers his best direction yet. Everyone knows the story, everyone knows what happens. Zombie takes you back to the beginning as a child, when the tortured Myers found himself enjoying the torturing and killing of small animals. He has no remorse, and he has no love for anything but his younger sister Lorie. The disturbed child, stuck in a family set on self-destruct, seems just two inches away from explosion. And when he explodes, the screen fills up marvelously. This movie is complete fun. Many moments of intentional and unintentional humor, like Myers' father, who might not even know his wifes name, because the only name he uses is "bitch!" And of coures, there's Joe Grizzly, the first man to encounter the older, unstoppable Myers after his breakout from the prison. As for the killings, they are well-constructed by Zombie, something that should surprise no one. They are sick, vile, and very brutal. And of course, what would a Rob Zombie movie be without a little T & A? All of this just adds to the senses of the movie. Almost anyone who likes a good horror movie will admit that the first Halloween is an instant classic. But those who are too ignorant to deny the good, guilty pleasure-fun that the remake brings are missing out. Good deaths, good scares, funny characters, and Cheech Marin. You tell me what's missing.… Expand

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JesseS.Sep 2, 2007

Id say Rob Zombie is 3 for 3. If u are a fan of the Halloween saga, then yes this adds a new dimension to the series, the same way Halloween 6 with Paul Rudd did. If u r a fan or house1000 and rejects then yes the actor cameos and same Id say Rob Zombie is 3 for 3. If u are a fan of the Halloween saga, then yes this adds a new dimension to the series, the same way Halloween 6 with Paul Rudd did. If u r a fan or house1000 and rejects then yes the actor cameos and same directing styles will suit u. if however u r not a fan of Mr. Zombies previous works as well as the the previous Halloween movies then do the rest of the hardcore fans a favor and not watch so we don't have to hear the same old anti-slasher flicks bs that we are all so used to hearing… Expand

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JackH.Sep 2, 2007

This is a very well made horror film yet it is not as strong as the original (obviously). But, if you say that the original is tarnished because of it, I hope you realize the original has not changed. That's just an idiotic statement to This is a very well made horror film yet it is not as strong as the original (obviously). But, if you say that the original is tarnished because of it, I hope you realize the original has not changed. That's just an idiotic statement to say it ruined the original. Dumb, dumb, dumb.… Expand

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DrewF.Sep 1, 2007

Better then it had any right to be. Much better then word of mouth suggests. I've seen both the Working Print leaked and now the Theatrical cut. In many ways the Theatrical cut is superior, but i liked the story told in the Working Better then it had any right to be. Much better then word of mouth suggests. I've seen both the Working Print leaked and now the Theatrical cut. In many ways the Theatrical cut is superior, but i liked the story told in the Working Print a bit more. Still, i went in expecting to hate the thing, and was stunned as all get out when i didn't. More worthy of the name "Halloween" then 90% of the sequels.… Expand

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MangoP.Sep 1, 2007

I don't understand how movies this offensive have become so popular - much less even get made at all. WHY WOULD ANYONE WANT TO WITNESS TRAUMA FOR ENTERTAINMENT? THIS IS NOT HEALTHY. It's not that the film is violent per se, its the I don't understand how movies this offensive have become so popular - much less even get made at all. WHY WOULD ANYONE WANT TO WITNESS TRAUMA FOR ENTERTAINMENT? THIS IS NOT HEALTHY. It's not that the film is violent per se, its the fact that it so torridly and careless brutalizes women in a way that is not acceptable in ANY context - real or imaginary, horror film or otherwise. Stay home and watch softcore porn - it would be far more tasteful than this revolting metnal poison. If you enjoy this film, please search your own soul and go see a psychiatrist immediately.… Expand

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FrankR.Sep 1, 2007

I read what Cody K had to say and I felt the need to disagree. Rob wasn't facing his biggest challenge and he wasn't trying to make a classic. He made a movie the kept honest to the original, that showed respect for what Carpetner I read what Cody K had to say and I felt the need to disagree. Rob wasn't facing his biggest challenge and he wasn't trying to make a classic. He made a movie the kept honest to the original, that showed respect for what Carpetner had done and he gave us a backstory to finally see for ourselves what Carpetner left to our imagination, the back story. Seeing Michael as a child, wearing that mask for the first time was as creepy as anything in the original. Its impossible to redo a classic with another classic because the original is always going to be considered better but this film was as good as remakes get. All you can ask for in a remake is that it keeps true to the original, only adds what is needed to complete the story and hope that its quality. This film was all of that, in my opinion. Zombie finally make a movie worth seeing, if you like horror films.… Expand

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AndrewSep 1, 2007

Zombie can call this film whatever he wants, it's still a remake. An awful one at that. He completely missed the point of the original film, and instead, turned this into a raunchy, two hour Jerry Springer episode gone terribly wrong.

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IanS.Sep 1, 2007

I really enjoyed this movie. If it wasn't a Halloween movie it would be getting much more credit. This is Rob Zombie's Halloween so he adds his own flavour which I enjoyed.

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KyleB.Sep 1, 2007

Simply mind blowing. Zombie's look into Michael Myer's past is terrifying and masterful. This biopic of Michael Myers is a much needed entry into the film's disastrous arsenal. This is Zombie's best work to date and, the Simply mind blowing. Zombie's look into Michael Myer's past is terrifying and masterful. This biopic of Michael Myers is a much needed entry into the film's disastrous arsenal. This is Zombie's best work to date and, the original aside, the best entry into the Halloween series.… Expand

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FrankD.Sep 1, 2007

i dont know why a lot of people are complaining about the plot as its a remake of the original. so why would the plot be any different? i give it a 7 because i expected more thrills but got basically a biopic on how myers came to be. also, i dont know why a lot of people are complaining about the plot as its a remake of the original. so why would the plot be any different? i give it a 7 because i expected more thrills but got basically a biopic on how myers came to be. also, the gratuitous nudity wasnt required. i did enjoy the dark nature and intensity of the film. its not great, but well done.… Expand

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ArturoP.Sep 1, 2007

Its an amazing film about the classic horror icon. Its a biopic of a psychopath, of a human being gone very wrong. The portrayal of violence by one person is simply shocking.

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WalterC.Sep 1, 2007

It succeeded at being disturbing and suspenseful, which is Rob Zombie's forte. But after the first 30 minutes, the storytelling became dull, contrived and poorly delivered. The deaths are toned down, and several pairs of boobs are It succeeded at being disturbing and suspenseful, which is Rob Zombie's forte. But after the first 30 minutes, the storytelling became dull, contrived and poorly delivered. The deaths are toned down, and several pairs of boobs are thrown in for good measure. Zombie's fails at his challenge to portray Michael Myers' perspective after the character grows from a kid from a broken home to the legendary silent sociopath we all know.… Expand

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SeanB.Sep 1, 2007

I thought this film was great. It's definitely the best sequel since Halloween 4. Rob Zombie set out to bring a new face to Michael Myers, and he did just that. Myers, in past years, had become something of a joke. Now he is truely I thought this film was great. It's definitely the best sequel since Halloween 4. Rob Zombie set out to bring a new face to Michael Myers, and he did just that. Myers, in past years, had become something of a joke. Now he is truely scary again. Thank you, Rob. You did a great job.… Expand

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CodyK.Aug 31, 2007

I was really excited about this movie and dragged out my girlfriend to come with me. Being that we are both pretty big Horror fans I thought he would deliver the goods and produce another stand up movie. But I was dissappointed. It was I was really excited about this movie and dragged out my girlfriend to come with me. Being that we are both pretty big Horror fans I thought he would deliver the goods and produce another stand up movie. But I was dissappointed. It was basically the firt Halloween all over with just some T.ts and Ass thrown in. I found the movie to be super boring with way to much filler installed into it. Sorry Rob but you failed your biggest challenge....Trying to make a classic.… Expand

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AllanM.Aug 31, 2007

For me the film is fantastic. i personally did not want to see another Myers film just like all the rest. every scene dark from beginning to end like electricity does not exist. I`m not a little kid anymore when the lights go out i dont get For me the film is fantastic. i personally did not want to see another Myers film just like all the rest. every scene dark from beginning to end like electricity does not exist. I`m not a little kid anymore when the lights go out i dont get scared. Finally, Myers envisioned properly, huge 6"8, scary, almost unstopable in your face breaking through walls, through doors and cielings, coming for you, but also human. Just like killers in real life they come from somewhere, they have backgrounds. Great job Zombie. Great Job!… Expand

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AdamB.Aug 31, 2007

Went far beyond my low expectations. I don't care what any misguided and ignorant fanboy has to say: Rob Zombie can direct. The film takes Carpenter's classic as a jumping off point allowing Zombie to create a movie all his own. Went far beyond my low expectations. I don't care what any misguided and ignorant fanboy has to say: Rob Zombie can direct. The film takes Carpenter's classic as a jumping off point allowing Zombie to create a movie all his own. There were some slight pacing issues but over all this was a very well put together scarefest. Oh and that other Adam B that gave it a 0 is no relation to me.… Expand

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JoshuaT.Aug 31, 2007

Wow, this is by far the worst and most boring horror movie I have ever paid money to see. It was poorly shot and laughable. I literally fell asleep twice in the movie and was only woken up by the laughter of other people in the theater. Wow, this is by far the worst and most boring horror movie I have ever paid money to see. It was poorly shot and laughable. I literally fell asleep twice in the movie and was only woken up by the laughter of other people in the theater. Avoid at all costs!… Expand

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JoshuaS.Aug 31, 2007

I thought this was a well made movie. I didn't expect much from Rob Zombie as per to House of 1000 corpses. However this movie exceeded my expectations. It gave you more of a movie in the time. It took the original and gave an hour I thought this was a well made movie. I didn't expect much from Rob Zombie as per to House of 1000 corpses. However this movie exceeded my expectations. It gave you more of a movie in the time. It took the original and gave an hour extra of movie and condensed the old one without taking out what made the movie. I just hope there will be a sequel.… Expand

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AamiyG.Aug 31, 2007

I think that Rob Zombie should direct the all the movies, in the Halloween series from now on.

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AlecB.Aug 31, 2007

I was walking into this movie thinking its going 2 be another sh.tty remake of a classic movie that sucks but this surprised me. It had a story line 2 it and the beginning of the movie where he was a little kid was great. Now i know y that I was walking into this movie thinking its going 2 be another sh.tty remake of a classic movie that sucks but this surprised me. It had a story line 2 it and the beginning of the movie where he was a little kid was great. Now i know y that kid would turn into a killer. Rob Zombie good work.… Expand

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DanC.Aug 31, 2007

Ruined, smoted, and torn asunder by the incompetence that is Rob Zombie. He's my "an hero."

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AdamBAug 31, 2007

This is the worst film I have ever seen. Even with low expectations, the reality of how bad this film was is simply appalling. It's boring. VERY boring. Rob Zombie appears to think that the more blood and f-bombs he puts into a movie, This is the worst film I have ever seen. Even with low expectations, the reality of how bad this film was is simply appalling. It's boring. VERY boring. Rob Zombie appears to think that the more blood and f-bombs he puts into a movie, the better it will be. The genius of the original was that it wasn't bloody. The failure of this remake was that it has to stoop down to the lowest level possible. It's not a smart horror film as the original was. It's like the school bully copying off of the school nerd on a homework assignment and misspelling all of the words. Simply put, this movie is offensive to my sensibilities as a movie fan.… Expand

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SeanLAug 31, 2007

Very good job with the artistic liberties. Yes, this is not as suspenseful as the original, but then why fake it? We all know the outcome so the adding fake suspense would have been foolish. Yes, there are more killing and more gore, but Very good job with the artistic liberties. Yes, this is not as suspenseful as the original, but then why fake it? We all know the outcome so the adding fake suspense would have been foolish. Yes, there are more killing and more gore, but that is what people want to see. This was a well made film with some not so sophisticated dialogue. Most film critics are going to bash this because it was pre-screened for them and they actually have to pay to see it :) It is by no means a bad film.… Expand

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tjtjAug 31, 2007

Rob zombie taking on this feat was a challenge for him that will boost his career. This is a great movie entertaining and gorey. Watch this movie!

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RyanJAug 31, 2007

Excellent, although the original will always be classic, it was nice to have a backstory on Michael and his family to a degree, because seriously what happened to his parents in the original after he killed his sister. Or when did we ever Excellent, although the original will always be classic, it was nice to have a backstory on Michael and his family to a degree, because seriously what happened to his parents in the original after he killed his sister. Or when did we ever see Loomis make conversation with Michael or try. I think this is more true to reality in terms of language, and it makes for a more realistic Michael Myers psychopath rather than just some immortal that makes it useless to even fight back.… Expand

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DavidAAug 31, 2007

I really like these how some of you are posting 10s for this disaster of a movie. It is complete, utter garbage! Rob Zombie cannot write or direct a movie if his life depended on it. How someone in hollywood even allowed him to make and I really like these how some of you are posting 10s for this disaster of a movie. It is complete, utter garbage! Rob Zombie cannot write or direct a movie if his life depended on it. How someone in hollywood even allowed him to make and eventually screw up a classic is beyond me. I thought this movie was going to be "his" vision. Not some direct to DVD version, which is what the movie really is. No suspense, crap dialogue and a horrible plot to top off. What he should have done was stick to the basics of the story and forget about all the young michael garbage and focus more on his stay at Smith… Expand

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mattwAug 31, 2007

One scary movie you'll be fightened from the get go !!

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MikeJAug 31, 2007

Pathetic movie. No suspense, no real scares. This movie bludgeons you over the head until you're ready to just walk out. If this is supposed to be a reimagining of the original, then I think it's safe to say Rob Zombie has no imagination.

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JimS.Aug 31, 2007

I'm rating Zombie's original cut from May that I saw versus the theatrical cut I just saw and heard was torn apart. He did a decent job.

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seerightt.Aug 30, 2007

"Adam H." is a fucking shill for the movie studio. Don't believe a word. He probably wrote all 3 of those 10 out of 10 reviews. Jackass.

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BryanN.Aug 30, 2007

Oh my god. Just download this crap if you must....it's really lousy. Not scary....just foulmouthed, too literal and poorly acted, written and cast. I went with an open mind.

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JimSAug 30, 2007

The is the worst movie I've seen in a long while. I only went because I won free tickets to an advanced screening and me and my friend walked out halfway through. The violence was extreme and gratuitous. The plot totally predictable, no The is the worst movie I've seen in a long while. I only went because I won free tickets to an advanced screening and me and my friend walked out halfway through. The violence was extreme and gratuitous. The plot totally predictable, no suspense whatsoever. The dialog sucked and there was no rhyme or reason for the killings, just senseless brutal killing. Do people actually think this is entertainment? Sad.… Expand

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JDSAug 30, 2007

Not bad, not good. I was really hoping for something exciting from Zombie and it never happened. Far inferior to the original but certainly one of the better horror remakes from the last couple years.

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fliphAug 30, 2007

Much better than I expected. Great visuals and acting

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peteyw.Aug 30, 2007

Amazing. I'm sure that people will dislike this movie and falsely call it "extreme horror" - it's not that at all. Zombie pays respect to the original's suspenseful tendencies while expressing a unique and consummately Amazing. I'm sure that people will dislike this movie and falsely call it "extreme horror" - it's not that at all. Zombie pays respect to the original's suspenseful tendencies while expressing a unique and consummately professional artistic vision. One of the better horror movies - remake or non- in recent memory. This is a film that has created a new kind of terror - a very layered, psychological study of a famous Hollywood villain.… Expand

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mickf.Aug 30, 2007

awful. why remake this? a typical slaughter fest by the numbers.

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AlexanderT.Aug 30, 2007

nice try, good production values, earnest effort - but it is neither shocking nor suspenseful, looks like a remake made for TV. No fun whatsoever and absolutely no scary scene.

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RavenX301Aug 30, 2007

What is with these movies. over and over again. its soo sooooo soooooooo boring to see this charater. John C oringal was a masterpiece of new age horror, but these squeals only destroy and tranish its brith. Rob Zombie is a completly What is with these movies. over and over again. its soo sooooo soooooooo boring to see this charater. John C oringal was a masterpiece of new age horror, but these squeals only destroy and tranish its brith. Rob Zombie is a completly incombatent flim maker and musican. I still can tell the difference between any of his songs *(or atleast the so called 'hits'" this is terrible. The one thing this film does in spades, and the others like it, is show us everything that is wrong with our culture and entertainment taday. More of the same is NOT a good thing at all. So, shame on all of the money making producers (that some how makle money from this crap) and shame on Rob Zombie for taking nothing but our time and money, while still making his wallet much heavier.… Expand

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GeorgeAug 30, 2007

Much better than I expected. This movie easily stands on its own. Great sound and visuals. A must see in high-def theaters.

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MattAug 29, 2007

I'd write a longwinded review on this movie or i could just completely quote Variety, because it is exactly what i was thinking. i saw the movie, saw that tons of fanboys were praising it and then read Variety. Variety's opinion I'd write a longwinded review on this movie or i could just completely quote Variety, because it is exactly what i was thinking. i saw the movie, saw that tons of fanboys were praising it and then read Variety. Variety's opinion was on point. the only reason i gave it 4 points, as im sure the same reason that variety gave it 10x my score is that, well, Sherri-Moon Zombie is a fuckin babe. minus her, this movie blows… Expand

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RobRobAug 29, 2007

Awful, awful, awful. Terrible script. The dialogue is awful and the filmmaking is often times, inept.

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AdamH.Aug 29, 2007

This is one hell of a movie!! This is the HALLOWEEN that horror fans have been waiting for! The original will always be the classic that it is, but once this HALLOWEEN picks up where the original starts, this movie kicks into high gear and This is one hell of a movie!! This is the HALLOWEEN that horror fans have been waiting for! The original will always be the classic that it is, but once this HALLOWEEN picks up where the original starts, this movie kicks into high gear and doesn't stop! It takes the original and updates it with high octane scares! The actors are good, even though no one will ever be Jamie Lee or Donald Pleasance, but they still hold their own. And MICHAEL MEYERS IS THE SCARIEST HE HAS EVER BEEN! I love the costume, his presence, and the way he BECOMES Michael, right down to just how he did get that mask! It's just a whole hell of a lot of fun!! Go and see this movie!… Expand

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RichardP.Aug 29, 2007

This movie is one word: BORING! Virtually no suspense like the original and the camera shakes so much that you can't even enjoy the gore! And it's a horror movie!!! Where are the frights??? One lame jump scene and that's it! This movie is one word: BORING! Virtually no suspense like the original and the camera shakes so much that you can't even enjoy the gore! And it's a horror movie!!! Where are the frights??? One lame jump scene and that's it! Rob Zombie is just okay as director, but a terrible writer and the combo makes for a real snooze-fest. Very disappointing.… Expand

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KeithWAug 28, 2007

Horrible job by Rob Zombie. I dont know much about Zombie's life, but is he white trash or was his upbringing like that? Honestly, after 3 movies now, You would think RZ could come up with something different. The start and end of the Horrible job by Rob Zombie. I dont know much about Zombie's life, but is he white trash or was his upbringing like that? Honestly, after 3 movies now, You would think RZ could come up with something different. The start and end of the movie are horrendous. And why does the dialogue have to be so bad? Every other word is a curse and some of it is so bad, you just gotta laugh. Honestly, everything we loved about the original, the character buildup and the suspense of Myers is completely gone. To each his own I guess.… Expand

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DevilcharmAug 28, 2007

Very good, Rob Zombie took Halloween to the next level of horror flick.

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ChrisP.Aug 27, 2007

Higher body count than the original...but you already expected that!!!

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BenL.Aug 27, 2007

A very tasteful re-imagination...even good for the diehard fans.

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