As a gamer with a heart for ’80s and ’90s nostalgia, I can confidently say that Halloween: H20 is one of those rare sequels that not only lives up to its predecessor but also stands tall on its own merit. The movie’s unique blend of suspense, action, and character development, coupled with the return of Jamie Lee Curtis as Laurie Strode, made it an instant classic in my book.
The classic horror film, Halloween, is often hailed as one of the greatest in its genre, consistently gracing theater screens through the slasher franchise. Among its notable sequels, Halloween: H20 from 1998 frequently ranks high among fans, boasting talented young actors such as Josh Hartnett, Michelle Williams, and the iconic Jamie Lee Curtis. In a later interview, Curtis discussed a controversial photoshoot with Williams, stating, “sometimes you’ve got to take a bold step.”
“Curtis made her significant comeback to the ‘Halloween’ series with H20 being her first film, almost three decades after portraying Laurie Strode in the initial two movies. This project generated a lot of excitement, and a joint photoshoot featuring Curtis and Michelle Williams stirred up some debate upon its release. Recently, Jamie Lee Curtis shared on Instagram her recollections from that period, along with images of them both. The caption says:”
It turns out this was the day H2O was unveiled, not my first time spearheading a marketing campaign, but it certainly piqued my curiosity about marketing. The moment I learned the film would be titled H2O, I thought the tagline should be “Blood is Thicker than Water,” with a wink to the popular trope at the time that MM was my brother. For the cover of Entertainment Weekly, I wished for us to plunge into a ‘pool of blood,’ but due to limited pre-digital abilities, we settled for a ‘blood bath.’
Back in the day, when Entertainment Weekly was still gracing our shelves with a tangible presence, it was renowned for its daring, artistic cover images that served as a powerful magnet for film and television projects. These covers managed to etch themselves into the fabric of pop culture, becoming true icons. Among these memorable shoots, one that stands out is the captivating pose struck by Jamie Lee Curtis and Michelle Williams for the movie “Halloween: H20”.
Although Jamie Lee Curtis acknowledged that the film H20 was primarily made for financial gain, it remains among my favorite Halloween movies, one I always re-watch during October. In the same post, the actress from Knives Out pondered over the controversy sparked by her photoshoot with Williams, as she put it herself.
As a passionate admirer, I can’t help but reflect on an intriguing chapter in our cinematic history. The movie that stirred quite a buzz was none other than “Brokeback Mountain,” starring my radiant friend, Michelle Williams, at the tender age of 17, portraying an emancipated character. It pushed boundaries with its daring scenes – two women sharing a bathtub, which, though not explicit, sparked quite the conversation. People often refer to it as a ‘viral’ moment from that era. Taking risks is part of the game; you’ve got to take a big swing once in a while and go big or go home. I’m all about marketing, and I tip my hat to the extraordinary team that crafted the captivating campaigns for the Halloween movie trilogy, especially @michaelrmoses! 🩸🔪
Regarding JLC and Williams, it appears their bond remains robust despite the viral incident long ago. Furthermore, any disputes regarding the former Dawson’s Creek star and the controversy surrounding her age during the EW photoshoot have apparently subsided over time.
Halloween Ends signified Jamie Lee Curtis’ farewell performance as Laurie Strode, but fans continue to speculate she may reprise her role in a future horror film. It seems likely that the slasher series will be revamped at some point, leaving significant footsteps to follow. In the interim, take note of the 2025 movie release schedule.
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2024-08-09 18:08