Halloween (2018)
Halloween (2018) 
David Gordon Green’s Halloween (2018) successfully revives the legendary slasher franchise, serving as a direct sequel to John Carpenter’s 1978 classic. Ignoring all previous sequels, this installment brings back Jamie Lee Curtis as Laurie Strode, now a hardened survivor preparing for the inevitable return of Michael Myers.
The film thrives on tension and nostalgia, blending brutal kills with psychological depth. Curtis delivers a powerhouse performance, portraying Laurie as a battle-scarred woman haunted by her past yet determined to face her fears. Myers, as terrifying as ever, is an unstoppable force of evil, with the film masterfully building suspense before unleashing his carnage.
John Carpenter returns to compose the score, updating his iconic theme with a modern, eerie twist that enhances the chilling atmosphere. The cinematography and lighting create a sense of dread, paying homage to the original while adding a fresh visual style.
While Halloween (2018) doesn’t reinvent the slasher genre, it respects its roots and gives fans what they crave—intense kills, suspenseful stalking sequences, and a satisfying showdown between Laurie and Michael. It’s a worthy successor to the original and one of the best entries in the franchise.
