The best horror film ever made.A masterpiece amongst horror films.* * * * *

Rating: 10/10 (6 August 2001)

Watching "Halloween" is like having a knife tear through your heart.It grabs you and shakes you violently into a world of fear, suspense and terror that is so hypnotic that one cannot remember that they are only watching a movie.I have a lot of respect for "Halloween" Even though I considered "The Exorcist" a more scarier film,I also believe "Halloween" is just as effective and frightening because of the way our emotions are twisted through a maze that the viewer is unable to get out of or doesn't want to get out of.The plot doesn't need explaining.I am pretty sure who ever is reading this review has seen the film enough times to have it memorized.Basically,"Halloween" really frightened me as a child and even though they are a lot of films in the slasher genre that I also like,"Halloween" rides to the top because it relies less on gore.Don't get me wrong.I love blood and gore in horror movies but less gore and more atmospheric suspense gives the viewer a feeling of unease and fear that helps him or her remember that they are not having a walk in the park.Watching "Halloween" is not like taking a walk through a park.It's like being surrounded by complete darkness that traps the viewer.One thing I have to say about this film."Halloween" reminds me a little of "Jaws".Michael Myers and the shark are both alike.They prey upon their victims and they are both emotionless creatures.Yes,Michael is human,but throughout the film he doesn't show a shed of emotion which makes him and the film more terrifying.John Carpenter's direction is at his most superb along with his score and the cinematography by Dean Cundey is very effective."Halloween" is an emotional ride of terror that makes this film a must see horror classic.The best horror film I have seen in years."Halloween" brings true meaning to the word horror."Halloween" should not be missed."Halloween" is a true horror classic that teaches moviegoers the true meaning of horror films.