Halloween Ends is a slasher film directed by David Gordon Green and released by Universal Pictures on October 14, 2022. This movie serves as the conclusion to the Blumhouse-produced Halloween trilogy, and it marks the thirteenth installment in the horror franchise filled with gruesome scenes. But does it have the quality to wrap up the four-decade-long story of the brutal killer Michael Myers? This review will thoroughly examine the movie and answer that question.
Plot Summary
Four years have passed since Michael Myers’ bloody rampage in 2018, and the town of Haddonfield has seen a number of violent murders committed by its residents. However, there are no signs of Michael Myers himself. That is until he reappears to hunt down Laurie Strode once again.
Laurie now tries to forget her obsession with Michael Myers and moves to a new house with her granddaughter, Allyson. One day, Allyson meets Corey, a troubled young man who becomes involved in an escalating series of cruel killings that mirror the brutal acts of Michael Myers. Though Corey tries to resist the pull of Michael’s evil influence, he ultimately falls victim to its lure and embarks on a killing spree of his own.
As Laurie senses something suspicious about Corey, she investigates and witnesses his transformation into a violent murderer. On Halloween night, both Laurie and Allyson find themselves confronting the re-emerged Michael Myers and the very real threat that he poses, leaving them to wonder if they can put an end to his terror or if Michael will live on to continue his reign of violence.
Conclusion
The legend of Michael Myers has terrorized moviegoers since the original Halloween film in 1978, directed by John Carpenter. 12 movies have added to the saga, with only one movie excluding the notorious killer – Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982). Featuring a horrifying mask and a sharp knife in his hand, Michael Myers relentlessly pursued his target, Laurie Strode.
David Gordon Green’s Halloween trilogy serves as a second reboot of the franchise, disregarding any previous sequels and remakes. Set 40 years after the events of the 1978 film, Halloween (2018) sees Michael escape incarceration at a mental hospital to hunt down Laurie once more. Throughout the following sequels, Halloween Kills (2021) and Halloween Ends, Michael’s reign of terror escalates in Haddonfield before culminating in a final standoff against Laurie and her family.
In conclusion, Halloween Ends provides a fitting conclusion to the saga of Michael Myers, an iconic horror figure who has haunted our screens for four long decades. Filled with suspense, gore, and brutality, this film satiates our thirst for the ultimate ending to the nightmarish story that began way back in 1978. Whether you are a long-time fan of the Halloween franchise or new to the horror genre, Halloween Ends is a must-watch to witness the final fate of the monstrous and relentless Michael Myers.
