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blu-ray fan002 · 12-20-2007, 07:42 AM

The new "Halloween" by Rob Zombie wasn't very good. It was kind of based on the original, but there was stuffed added to the plot and wasn't very scary. The original "Halloween" is STILL the best horror film of all time!

SteveOne · 12-20-2007, 07:49 AM

I concur!

I've only seen a dodgy "workprint" of the recent one, but after nearly 75 minutes he still hadn't started the main rampage. One of those films that genuinely didn't need a remake.

Seeing as every other Carpenter film has been piliged i assume its only a matter of time before we get "treated" to another directors vision of Escape From New York.

The Don · 12-20-2007, 07:52 AM

this is the 90th thread on this movie..

and I thought it was great

Zyclone · 12-20-2007, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by The Don

this is the 90th thread on this movie..

and I thought it was great

what did you like about it the don? it has'nt been released here yet and it did'nt come to movies so just interested on your take if you don't mind sharing.

Banjo · 12-20-2007, 08:00 AM

It should had been called something else because it wasn't Halloween.

The Don · 12-20-2007, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Zyclone

what did you like about it the don? it has'nt been released here yet and it did'nt come to movies so just interested on your take if you don't mind sharing.

it just seemed more elaborate to me and I like Zombie's interpretation of things...I also liked Devil's Rejects...

I just like the guy's filmwork...people have been freaking out about this movie (negatively) for no reason...

Blu-ray Fanatic · 12-20-2007, 03:50 PM

In my opinion, I thought Rob Zombie did an excellent job creating his own version. This movie has captured the audience' attention, even mine after comparing from the old version. Last of all, there's no such thing as a scary movie, it may be categorized as a horror movie but not scary

BlurayManiac · 12-20-2007, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-ray Fanatic

In my opinion, I thought Rob Zombie did an excellent job creating his own version. This movie has captured the audience' attention, even mine after comparing from the old version. Last of all, there's no such thing as a scary movie, it may be categorized as a horror movie but not scary

would love a blu-ray release of this.

DealsR4theDevil · 12-20-2007, 04:08 PM

I loved the remake. The original was a pretty good movie but the remake blows it out of the water. IMO the scenes where he was a kid were scarier than the ones where he was an adult. As an adult it was just "hulk smash!." but as a kid no one in that house saw it coming, it was hardcore the way he tied up the father with duct tape. Then the way he was becoming more and more crazy was just pure creepiness.

rwduke · 12-20-2007, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DealsR4theDevil

I loved the remake. The original was a pretty good movie but the remake blows it out of the water.

OMG. I don't even know what to say to this.

Barnum · 12-20-2007, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by DealsR4theDevil

I loved the remake. The original was a pretty good movie but the remake blows it out of the water. IMO the scenes where he was a kid were scarier than the ones where he was an adult. As an adult it was just "hulk smash!." but as a kid no one in that house saw it coming, it was hardcore the way he tied up the father with duct tape. Then the way he was becoming more and more crazy was just pure creepiness.

WOW that is a real stretch.

BlurayManiac · 12-20-2007, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by DealsR4theDevil

I loved the remake. The original was a pretty good movie but the remake blows it out of the water. IMO the scenes where he was a kid were scarier than the ones where he was an adult. As an adult it was just "hulk smash!." but as a kid no one in that house saw it coming, it was hardcore the way he tied up the father with duct tape. Then the way he was becoming more and more crazy was just pure creepiness.

it was a great movie in itself as a remake but it can never be compared to the original. the original is a classic the remake is good but not even close to the original both are great movies but me personally i would always choose the original it was great.

would however buy the remake on blu if it ever gets released i do own the original on blu-ray.

rock on blu-ray

Blu-ray San · 12-20-2007, 04:24 PM

just buy the original Halloween on blu-ray and you won't need anything else, best transfer of a 78 I've ever seen!!!

monkyman · 12-20-2007, 04:35 PM

I agree the original is the better of the two, kind of disappointed that Laurie wasn't the little "virginesque" girl from the first movie. Glad they kept the same "Shatner" mask and theme music though.

cruzzer cruz · 12-20-2007, 04:48 PM

Halloween has always been my favorite scary movie, I picked up the Blu-ray the second it came out.

Personally, I loved the remake. I find the idea of exploring the inner workings of Michael really interesting. I just didn't get how he became so evil with such a loving mother. Admittedly, the whole mental institution thing didn't really feel like Halloween, but once he put that mask on and starting butchering horny teenagers, I felt right at home. One of the better remakes I feel. I'm not sure how different it is from the theatrical release, but the ending of the Unrated Director's Cut DVD is ****ing haunting to me.

Being 19, most horror movies from the 70's seem a bit hokey to me, as much as I love them. The original is one of my all-time favorite films, but think I prefer the remake.

mystiksuicide · 12-20-2007, 04:52 PM

I guess I am in the minority here and although I wished he would have ended the movie after Michael escapes from the hospital. It could have been a great movie if it would have only have dealt with why he became a killer and how he went psychotic in prison.

Id love to own it on blu

cking2729 · 12-20-2007, 05:07 PM

I think the reason most people have a problem with the movie is because they are expecting some nostalgic return to John Carpenter's 1978 movie. Like Zombie said throughout the entire process of making the movie, "this isn't a remake, it's a re-visioning." The 2007 Halloween is a more in depth modern interpretation of the old story. Instead of focusing on Laurie Strode like the 1978 version, the 2007 version is almost entirely about Michael Myers. So obviously, the movie isn't a cookie cutter horror film or remake of John Carpenter's movie. Michael Myers is both the protagonist and antagonist of the film, and it seems to spin people in the wrong direction because you aren't sitting through what you come to expect from a Halloween or horror movie. Since we are following Myers 95% of the movie, the dense tension of the 1978 film isn't there. But in turn, the movie is actually tells a new and entirely separate story than the original film. People can argue all day on whether the movie needed to be made or not, but did anyone honestly pay $7-$10 expecting to re-watch John Carpenter's Halloween?

I am probably one of the biggest horror fans here, and I can admit the 2007 version wasn't scary or intense or thrilling. But what it did is masterfully fill plot gaps that other Hollywood writers would have made spoofy and campy. I applaud Zombie for taking the story and characters seriously and giving his interpretation of Michael Myer's story. If you want to see a true spoofy and campy "remake" P.O.S., wait for the Michael Bay produced 'Friday the 13th' remake to come out. I hang my head in shame at the thought of yet another classic slasher going under Platinum Dunes' proverbial knife.

cking2729 · 12-20-2007, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by cruzzer cruz

but the ending of the Unrated Director's Cut DVD is ****ing haunting to me.
.

Man, you have me wanting to see it now. Since I saw the film on its release date, I have been wondering what other endings they had on the table. I really wish they would have had a Blu release planned to coincide with DVD. I swore off buying DVDs a long time ago.

Sonny · 12-20-2007, 05:12 PM

I want this one to go with my other Rob Zombi BD'd which kick 'ACE'

DealsR4theDevil · 12-20-2007, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Barnum

WOW that is a real stretch.

I will add that the new Halloween and The Departed are the only 2 remakes I like better than the originals.

12-20-2007, 07:42 AM	#1
blu-ray fan002 Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Texas	New Halloween Movie The new "Halloween" by Rob Zombie wasn't very good. It was kind of based on the original, but there was stuffed added to the plot and wasn't very scary. The original "Halloween" is STILL the best horror film of all time!

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12-20-2007, 07:49 AM	#2
SteveOne Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:UK	I concur! I've only seen a dodgy "workprint" of the recent one, but after nearly 75 minutes he still hadn't started the main rampage. One of those films that genuinely didn't need a remake. Seeing as every other Carpenter film has been piliged i assume its only a matter of time before we get "treated" to another directors vision of Escape From New York.

12-20-2007, 07:52 AM	#3
The Don Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Apr 2006 Blu-ray reviews:12 Trading Score:2	this is the 90th thread on this movie.. and I thought it was great

12-20-2007, 08:00 AM	#5
Banjo Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2006 Location:Ontario, Canada Blu-ray collection:143	It should had been called something else because it wasn't Halloween.

12-20-2007, 03:50 PM	#7
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	In my opinion, I thought Rob Zombie did an excellent job creating his own version. This movie has captured the audience' attention, even mine after comparing from the old version. Last of all, there's no such thing as a scary movie, it may be categorized as a horror movie but not scary

12-20-2007, 04:08 PM	#9
DealsR4theDevil Power Member Member since:Sep 2007 Trading Score:76	I loved the remake. The original was a pretty good movie but the remake blows it out of the water. IMO the scenes where he was a kid were scarier than the ones where he was an adult. As an adult it was just "hulk smash!." but as a kid no one in that house saw it coming, it was hardcore the way he tied up the father with duct tape. Then the way he was becoming more and more crazy was just pure creepiness.

12-20-2007, 04:24 PM	#13
Blu-ray San Senior Member Member since:Nov 2006 Location:New York Trading Score:12	just buy the original Halloween on blu-ray and you won't need anything else, best transfer of a 78 I've ever seen!!!

12-20-2007, 04:35 PM	#14
monkyman Special Member Member since:Jun 2007	I agree the original is the better of the two, kind of disappointed that Laurie wasn't the little "virginesque" girl from the first movie. Glad they kept the same "Shatner" mask and theme music though.

12-20-2007, 04:48 PM	#15
cruzzer cruz Active Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Bronx, NY Blu-ray reviews:1	Halloween has always been my favorite scary movie, I picked up the Blu-ray the second it came out. Personally, I loved the remake. I find the idea of exploring the inner workings of Michael really interesting. I just didn't get how he became so evil with such a loving mother. Admittedly, the whole mental institution thing didn't really feel like Halloween, but once he put that mask on and starting butchering horny teenagers, I felt right at home. One of the better remakes I feel. I'm not sure how different it is from the theatrical release, but the ending of the Unrated Director's Cut DVD is ****ing haunting to me. Being 19, most horror movies from the 70's seem a bit hokey to me, as much as I love them. The original is one of my all-time favorite films, but think I prefer the remake.

12-20-2007, 04:52 PM	#16
mystiksuicide Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Miami Blu-ray collection:305 Blu-ray reviews:27	I guess I am in the minority here and although I wished he would have ended the movie after Michael escapes from the hospital. It could have been a great movie if it would have only have dealt with why he became a killer and how he went psychotic in prison. Id love to own it on blu

12-20-2007, 05:07 PM	#17
cking2729 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2007	I think the reason most people have a problem with the movie is because they are expecting some nostalgic return to John Carpenter's 1978 movie. Like Zombie said throughout the entire process of making the movie, "this isn't a remake, it's a re-visioning." The 2007 Halloween is a more in depth modern interpretation of the old story. Instead of focusing on Laurie Strode like the 1978 version, the 2007 version is almost entirely about Michael Myers. So obviously, the movie isn't a cookie cutter horror film or remake of John Carpenter's movie. Michael Myers is both the protagonist and antagonist of the film, and it seems to spin people in the wrong direction because you aren't sitting through what you come to expect from a Halloween or horror movie. Since we are following Myers 95% of the movie, the dense tension of the 1978 film isn't there. But in turn, the movie is actually tells a new and entirely separate story than the original film. People can argue all day on whether the movie needed to be made or not, but did anyone honestly pay $7-$10 expecting to re-watch John Carpenter's Halloween? I am probably one of the biggest horror fans here, and I can admit the 2007 version wasn't scary or intense or thrilling. But what it did is masterfully fill plot gaps that other Hollywood writers would have made spoofy and campy. I applaud Zombie for taking the story and characters seriously and giving his interpretation of Michael Myer's story. If you want to see a true spoofy and campy "remake" P.O.S., wait for the Michael Bay produced 'Friday the 13th' remake to come out. I hang my head in shame at the thought of yet another classic slasher going under Platinum Dunes' proverbial knife.

12-20-2007, 05:12 PM	#19
Sonny Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray reviews:6 Trading Score:1	I want this one to go with my other Rob Zombi BD'd which kick 'ACE'

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