Halloween Ends Packs One of the Most Jaw-Dropping Opening Kills in Recent Slasher History

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Titled “Halloween Ends,” the final installment in director David Gordon Green’s trilogy (currently streaming on the SYFY app), serves as a conclusion to the saga of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode, portrayed by Jamie Lee Curtis. This film has sparked much debate, given that it concludes such a cherished storyline. Concluding a tale as popular as this can be challenging, especially when the original creators John Carpenter and Debra Hill are not involved in the process.

Instead of merely noting that Halloween Ends (2022) sparked debate among viewers, it’s more intriguing to highlight that the film dared to take risks while fans were eagerly anticipating the continuation of the story. Regardless of personal opinions, this movie is bold in its attempt not only to wrap up the Laurie Strode vs. Michael Myers tale, but also to make a statement about the influence on Haddonfield, Illinois, and its residents. Halloween Ends aspires to offer something fresh, something unconventional, as evidenced by its shocking opening kill scene.

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Why Halloween Ends‘ opening is so effective

As a gamer diving into the next chapter, I find myself four years past the chilling events of “Halloween Kills,” a movie that left many unanswered questions in its wake, set on the same spooky night as the 2018 “Halloween.” Contrary to my expectations, this film doesn’t rush to reconnect with our main protagonists, Laurie (striving for a peaceful life) and Michael (conspicuously absent at the end of the last game). Instead, director David Gordon Green and his fellow writers opt for an unexpected twist by introducing a brand-new character, college lad Corey Cunningham (Rohan Campbell). Despite all the hype about that significant time leap in the film’s promotions, they take us back to 2019, just a year after Michael’s latest rampage.

In simpler terms, Corey is a smart and promising young boy who takes on a babysitting job in an upscale neighborhood on Halloween night in 2019. This happens after Michael Myers had returned and vanished, causing everyone to be on high alert. The parents, Candice Rose and Jack William Marshall, are leaving Corey with their son Jeremy (Jaxon Goldberg). The tense atmosphere and the vastness of Jeremy’s home make Corey uneasy, which in turn keeps us, the audience, scanning every dark corner, waiting for Michael Myers to reappear.

However, they don’t understand that situation. Instead, the parents depart, Corey adjusts, and Jeremy swiftly emerges as a challenging child for his babysitter. He indulges in various spooky pranks and eventually deceives Corey into a confined closet. Now, we’re about to delve into SPOILERS for the three-year-old movie right beneath this trailer, so if you haven’t watched Halloween Ends yet, you might want to stream it on the SYFY app first, then rejoin us.

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It seems you’re still with me! Here’s the story rephrased: Corey is currently trapped inside a large house, with Jeremy, the child he’s supposed to watch, outside. As we know, Corey is a responsible kid, so his instincts are urging him to escape the closet, handle the situation delicately, and make sure Jeremy behaves properly. He’s worried because he thinks he’s ruined the entire evening, which could lead to trouble, followed by fewer babysitting opportunities in the future.

Amidst my own panic, the familiar narrative of what’s to come seems to dissipate, as the danger isn’t just lurking outside this house anymore. No, it’s inside, and I can’t help but think about Michael Myers, wondering where he could be hiding, what horrors he might unleash on the little kid who’s now wandering this mansion all alone. I find myself thinking this way because I’ve watched these movies before, and I know too well the terror that comes from such a situation.

Next, Corey forcefully opens the door, causing it to collide with Jeremy. In an instant, Jeremy tumbles over the balcony and makes a loud thud in the center of the family entranceway, losing his life immediately.

If you watched “Halloween Ends” during its initial release, you’d have experienced a moment when theaters were filled with reactions ranging from shock, laughter, and pure excitement due to the film’s intense unpredictability. This scene, which leaves viewers off-balance and pondering the movie’s direction within the “Halloween” franchise, is still impactful three years later, leaving an indelible impression on audiences. Despite differing opinions on how the movie handles the continuation of Corey’s storyline, it’s difficult to deny the power of that opening kill scene, which remains viscerally effective to this day.

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2025-04-26 01:32