Trick ‘r Treat (2007)
Directed by Michael Dougherty
[Rated R] 1hr 22min
Horror, Dark Comedy
★★★★★
“You know, there are rules, you should be more careful. You might upset someone.”
On Halloween night, several separate but connected stories unravel as each of the characters encounter situations in which they must follow the rules of Halloween or face the consequences of breaking them.
This is the ultimate Halloween movie as it perfectly captures the essence of the season and explores many of its traditions throughout the film’s various storylines. Where most Halloween-themed movies only cover certain aspects of the holiday, this film utilizes its interconnected narratives to effectively portray the overall atmosphere to its fullest extent while also employing its own unique elements as well. In addition, the special effects are absolutely incredible, and they really show off all of the film’s creative concepts and enhance the brutal moments that make it stand out.
I highly recommend Trick ‘r Treat to anyone looking to watch a fantastic Halloween-themed horror film that offers a little bit of everything involved with the holiday. It’s such a fun film that uses dark comedy elements to lean into and subvert many of the typical tropes found in horror movies, so it provides an immensely entertaining Halloween experience that’s perfect for this time of year.
Trick ‘r Treat is currently available to stream on HBO Max. Click here to watch the Official Trailer.
– Review by Will Hopper