Here's What io9 Is Watching This Halloween
Gizmodo • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, allowing for all-day celebrations including parties, trick-or-treating, and movie watching without weekday constraints.
- io9 recommends several horror films for Halloween viewing, including John Carpenter’s 1982 classic "The Thing," praised for its effects, score, and performances.
- Cheryl Eddy highlights the 1980 Italian horror "Alien 2: On Earth," noting its campy plot and cult appeal despite no real connection to Ridley Scott’s "Alien."
- Isaiah Colbert suggests Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s 2001 techno-horror "Pulse" for its chilling atmosphere and memorable scenes, making it a great pick for Halloween movie nights.
- Germain Lussier reflects on "The Blair Witch Project," emphasizing its impact on horror and internet culture, and its nostalgic value with new physical media releases and an upcoming reboot.
