Halloween II

Directors cut  Felt compelled to rewatch this masterpiece. I’m still so shocked at the quality of this film. I think the directors cut is definitely ultimately better, and does a better job at delving into Lauries mental health, and showcasing how the events of the first film have shaped her relationships and cause her to lose control over her more important emotions. I love the dynamic between Laurie and Annie in this film, and like I said this cut definitely focuses more on that which works so well for the film. I love the contrast between the two and how they have both gone on living after going through similar experiences, it really shows how some experiences can be more rough on others and cause lasting and prominent trauma that bleeds into anger and resentment. Rob zombie knows how to tackle trauma. Both Halloween 1 and 2 do a great job at magnifying certain trauma responses. Another plus for this film is obviously just the physicality of this versions Micheal myers. Bravo to the casting really, they succeeded in casting the most terrifying Micheal myers of all time. Tyler mane plays a perfect humanized version of this absolute monster, all of these kills are equal parts brutal and impressive. I could go on and on about all the positives in this film, personally I really enjoy the surreal, supernatural, and bizarre elements included. A perfect blend of psychological and slasher horror. Once in a lifetime movie.