HalloweeN Autographs: Danielle Harris
Though she is young, Danielle Harris is a legend as far as I’m concerned. Danielle’s involvement in four HalloweeN films warrants her a special place in the hearts of the franchise’s fans. Her role as Jamie in 1988’s Halloween 4 was memorable and intense; it demonstrated talent and wisdom beyond her years. Danielle’s performance in…
Cyrus Mind Of A Serial Killer, Starring Danielle Harris
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer is an independent horror film from 2010 that doesn’t tread new ground. It’s about a serial killer, obviously, and it purports to be “based on true events.” The story unfolds through three narrative devices: flashbacks; an interview conducted in real time; and interview clips from a news program called…
Similarities in Rick Rosenthal’s HalloweeN II & Halloween: Resurrection
Both Halloween II (1981) and Halloween: Resurrection (2002) share the same director, Rick Rosenthal. However, these films have several other common elements. To begin with, Laurie Strode outsmarts Michael Myers in both films in the same way. She convinces Myers that she’s asleep in a hospital bed, when it fact Laurie has put a bunch of pillows…
The Fate of Michael Myers Look-alikes in the HalloweeN films
In the world of HalloweeN, almost anyone wearing a Michael Myers mask is putting their lives and well-being at risk. With the exception of Dr. Loomis, Dr. Wynn, Jamie Lloyd and, perhaps, Laurie Strode, not many have seen Michael Myers’ unmasked, adult face. Yet the sight of someone wearing Michael’s costume is enough evidence for anyone to…
The Evolution of Dr. Loomis of HalloweeN (1978-1995)
Dr. Loomis, as played by the great Donald Pleasence, went through several characterizations over the course of five Halloween films. Halloween (1978) presented us with a serious and restrained Dr. Loomis. He gave his take on Michael Myers’ nature with memorable lines and speeches. Hearing Loomis, a man of science, speak of evil and the…