Halloween
1979
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Horror / Thriller
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1h31
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Summary
Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to kill again.
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480 reviews
7.7/10
7.7/10
Opinions on John Carpenter's 'Halloween' are mixed, with many praising it as a foundational slasher film that brilliantly builds suspense and introduces the iconic character Michael Myers. Jamie Lee Curtis's performance is frequently highlighted as a standout. However, some viewers feel the film has aged poorly, citing slow pacing and less impressive sound quality by modern standards. A few also criticize its portrayal of female characters and simplistic dialogue.
👍 Iconic suspense and Jamie Lee Curtis's debut
👎 Some find it dated and slow
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