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V/H/S/Halloween
2025 115 min United States of America, United Arab Emirates R 18+
★6.1
Horror, Thriller
Director: Bryan M. Ferguson, Casper Kelly, R.H. Norman
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Description
A collection of Halloween-themed videotapes unleashes a series of twisted, blood-soaked tales, turning trick-or-treat into a struggle for survival.
Starring
David Haydn
Actor
Anna McKelvie
Actor
Adam James Johnston
Actor
Key opinion
V/H/S: Halloween is a divisive entry in the long-running found-footage anthology, offering a quintessential blend of extreme gore and cynical humor. While the holiday-themed aesthetic is well-realized, the collection suffers from inconsistent writing, uneven pacing, and segments that often fail to capitalize on their promising premises.
| Production | The film leans heavily into aggressive, visceral practical gore and shock-value effects consistent with the franchise's identity. | |
| Production | The Halloween setting is effectively captured through evocative costume design, seasonal decor, and fitting musical choices. | |
| Screenplay | The reliance on thin, repetitive character archetypes—often defined by poor decision-making—makes the protagonists difficult to engage with. | |
| Screenplay | The quality of storytelling is inconsistent, with some segments feeling rushed, poorly structured, or burdened by clunky dialogue. | |
| Originality | Opinions on the anthology's success vary; while some appreciate the experimental energy of first-time directors, others find the overall narrative quality too weak to justify the series' continuation. |