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Can't you believe that it has been 25 years, since this movie came out during its first released? Yep, it is now Halloween, and really want to talk about "Hocus Pocus." I grew up with this movie, since I first saw it on the Disney Channel program and now as I am an adult; does it still hold up? Here it goes. The movie its about the Sanderson sisters as back in 1693; their goal is to take the lives out of children in Salem, Massachusetts so they could be young forever. A teenage boy name Thackery Binx gets himself turned into a black cat, due to the witches curse, and they would later be hang. Binx continues to live on as a cat, while a California boy name Max accidentally brings them back by lighting the black flame. Now its up to Max alongside with his sister Dani, and Alison as they team up with Binx to get rid of the witches once and for all. The movie isn't really a movie that make you think, nor has some deep meaning to it. It is really movie that is suppose to be fun and entertaining; it really shows and does not disappoint. I will admit though, the movie does have some flaws as its not a perfect movie, but it doesn't make it a bad movie. The effects themselves has some pros and cons to it; even using CGI on Binx, where at times he looks good, and at times he looks bad. The story isn't really original, but it is really well told for what it needed to be. The humor is funny, and does have moments that are dark; even when its for adults. The cast do a really good, mainly for Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. They are the stars in the movie, and really do keep us entertain. Omri Katz, Thora Birch, and Vinessa Shaw are good too. Doug Jones is also great as the zombie, and really good how and what a zombie should perform. The makeup on him is fantastic. John Debney's music is outstanding, and never forgettable. The pacing is never boring, and the visuals themselves really does have a Halloween vibe to it. Kenny Ortega does a terrific job on directing the movie, and the cinematography is nice to look at. The movie may not be a masterpiece, but it is a terrific movie, and it is fun for the whole family. Whenever we enter Halloween, the movie should not be forgotten, and it wouldn't be the same without. I can always get into the Halloween spirit, whenever I pop this in, and be entertain by it. If you haven't seen "Hocus Pocus," then feel free to check out as it is worth your time. I enjoy this movie, and I'm giving it a 9 out of 10.

"Poltergeist" is a film that tells about an everyday family as they lived in the suburbs, where they happen to be normal as no one is rich by having expensive stereos, fancy cars, or living in a mansion. It features a mother and a father, as they have three children, where everything seems to go well and all; however, a beautiful little girl name Carol Anne talks to a TV Set, and something strange happens as they enter from another dimension by taking over the house, and kidnapping their only child. Now the Freeling family calls in a group of parapsychologists and a spiritual medium as they try to do whatever they can to save Carol Anne, and deal with their ghost problems. I have this one memory that pops in my head, where there was a scene that the Freeling family are trying to leave the suburbs, and get the TV out of their hotel room. That was the only clip I've seen for a very young age. Also, I did try to watch this movie on TNT; until toward the end, I stop because the movie was going too far and was really scared by it. Years go by, I begin to look back at the movie, and appreciate it for what it is. I never experience a movie like or even its genre, but that is the point for a movie like this. I'm a man now, and have no fear of watching horror movies. Of course this was rated PG, and really does have an edge to it; it features faces peeling off, an evil clown, a scary looking beast, skeletons coming from the grave, and a tree. This is definitely a film that knows what scares you. This was my first Tobe Hooper movie, before seeing the first two "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" movies. Yes, there was a controversy on who directed the movie, whether it was Tobe Hooper or Steven Spielberg as he co wrote and co produced the movie. Watching the movie, I do get a Spielberg vibe as it features suburban area, and some of that whimsical music which that is definetly Spielberg. I'm sure there are some moments that is Hooper's, but if I had to say who directed the movie; I say the movie is both directed by Hooper and Spielberg. Spielberg couldn't receive a co directing credit, because he working on another movie that was also as famous as "Poltergeist," and that is "E.T. The Extra Terrestrial." Both films that were well received, and successful at the box-office, but "E.T." was making the big bucks. Nevertheless, they're both great movies. Although, to be honest, I do like "E.T." a bit more than "Poltergeist," but that is a whole different topic. "Poltergeist" is a fantastic horror movie, and both Spielberg and Hooper have done a terrific job on collaborating the movie together. The story is very well told, and love the suburban area as you do get a sense of atmosphere going on; the family themselves act like a real family. JoBeth Williams and Craig T. Nelson have done a great job for portraying as the Mom and Dad of the movie. The child actors all did great, but the one child actor that became the heart and soul of the movie is Heather O'Rourke. She is cute, and really a child that you fell in love with. Yes, I cannot forget during the moment, as the ghost enter their world; she really speaks the movie's most memorable quote "They're here." As I'm watching her, it really is sad that she is no longer with us, and wish she would still be alive and have a successful career. Things happen in live, and yes can't forget by Dominique Dunne as this was her only movie and it really does sucks about what happen to her, which is really tragic. With that said, the special for the most part are indeed special, and ILM has done a marvelous for making the ghost looking more threatening. They're about as threatening as the ghost from "Ghostbusters." Jerry Goldsmith has made a memorable score, and really one of his best that he has ever done. The film's suspense is top notch, and very well filmed. The movie does have its emotional moments, especially for Carol Anne, and you do want her to be reunited with her family. I don't know how much I can say about "Poltergeist," but its a classic movie. If you haven't seen "Poltergeist," then feel free to check it out. I'm giving it a 10 out of 10.

After seeing many "Halloween" sequels, which I find some that are good, and some that are not. For Rob Zombie's, he made one that was okay, and one that was totally on crack. How does this was fare up? Here are my thoughts: the movie retcons all the sequels and Zombie's as this one acts as a sequel to John Carpenter's "Halloween." No more of Laurie Strode and Michael Myers being siblings. It takes places 40 years, as Michael Myers is brought back to prison again, then escapes again by putting on his mask and start going around killing people around Halloween night. For Laurie, she is dealing with PTSD, as she is getting herself prepare for Michael's return and take care of him once and for all. I got to see it last night, and I am happy to say that this is the best of the "Halloween" sequels. I actually did found a "Halloween" sequel that I love that is about as good as the first one. However, its not a perfect movie by any means, but here is why. There were some moments that were a bit predictable as you would know who is going to die, and some of the humor that aren't funny. Also, I wish the title wasn't called "Halloween," as they could have come up with a better title if this was called either "Halloween 2018," "Halloween Returns," or "Halloween: The Revenge of Laurie Strode." Nevertheless, the movie has some good humor that did made me laugh as this was written by Danny McBride, Jeff Fradley, and David Gordon Green. Both McBride and Green have done films like "Pineapple Express" and "Your Highness." The script they wrote is well written, and Green does a really good job directing the movie as he is capable enough to create a moody atmosphere, and have moments that are suspenseful. John Carpenter returns to do the music, and teams up with Cody Carpenter and Daniel Davies as they have done an outstanding job with the music, and it is awesome to hear the "Halloween" theme and other familiar themes that Carpenter has created. The opening titles is terrific, and really gets me in the right mood that I am watching a "Halloween" movie. The movie is definitely well filmed, and the visuals themselves are really strong. The performances are terrific. For Judy Greer, I thought she did a good job for playing the daughter of Laurie Strode, which I can't spoil the movie, but you'll see what her character does. Now for Jamie Lee Curtis, she is awesome, and was nice to see her kick Michael Myers' butt. She is Laurie Strode. It was also nice to see Nick Castle returning as Michael Myers, while some was done by James Jude Courtney. The movie does have gore in it, but its not as gory as what you say in the Rob Zombie's one, which they take things up a notch with the gore. Michael Myers in this movie is the definetly the Michael Myers we all know and love as he is what he should be. Not in a thorn cult, nor trying to give any reasons on why he is evil. Sorry Rob Zombie, but you miss the point on what makes Michael Myers evil. He is an evil force, and there is always a mystery behind it. The movie does have some nice twist and turns, and nothing more I can say about it. One last thing, the last act of the movie was both suspenseful and exciting at the same time. Can't spoil it, but you have to see it for yourself. If you are not a fan of Rob Zombie's or any of the sequels that don't live up to John Carpenter's classic, then this is the one you will enjoy. I enjoy this movie, and I am giving it a 9 out of 10.