Behind the scenes of Halloween 2018 at Disney

Laurie Strode comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween four decades ago. This time, however, Laurie has prepared for him. Aiding her are her daughter Karen and granddaughter Allyson, who must fight for their lives as Michael escapes his institutionalization and returns to his old hunting grounds.

Halloween (2018) was met with largely positive reviews, praised for its return to the franchise's slasher roots, its effective scares, and strong performances, particularly from Jamie Lee Curtis. While some critics found it derivative, it was generally seen as a successful revitalization of the iconic horror series.

• A satisfying return to form for the iconic slasher franchise.

• Praised for its intense scares and effective reinvention of classic horror elements.

• Jamie Lee Curtis's performance as Laurie Strode was a standout highlight.

Google audience: Audiences generally applauded the film's scares and its faithful continuation of the Halloween legacy. Many appreciated the strong presence of Jamie Lee Curtis and the fresh take on the narrative, though some felt it relied too heavily on genre tropes.

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Saturn Awards.

The film was shot in Charleston, South Carolina, and the production team specifically sought out locations that had a similar look and feel to the original 1978 film's settings in Illinois.