Scary And Influential Horror Classic.

Rating: 9/10 (12 September 2013)

John Carpenter directed this terrifying film about mysterious murderer Michael Myers, who kills his sister at the age of 6 in 1963, then 15 years later, escapes from the asylum to return to his hometown of Haddonfield Illinois to stalk and kill seemingly random teenagers. Donald Pleasance is excellent as his determined psychiatrist tracking him down, to either recapture or kill, and persuade local police that Myers is a real threat. Jamie Lee Curtis plays babysitter Laurie strode, who becomes the primary target of Michael, after dealing with her friends first....
Extremely well directed thriller builds a palpable sense of dread throughout, punctuated by the chilling, unforgettable, and relentless music score, all leading to a frightening, unforgettable ending.
First(and by far the best) of a long series comprising seven sequels, two remakes, and countless imitators.