John Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers Dies

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John Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers Dies

As a dedicated horror movie enthusiast with decades of experience under my belt, I can’t help but feel compelled to share my thoughts on this latest rumor surrounding the 1978 classic, “Halloween.” The iconic filmmaker John Carpenter himself has taken to social media to debunk the claims that there exists a previously unseen version of his seminal work.

John Carpenter, a renowned horror film director known for his classics like “Halloween” (1978), took to his Twitter account to debunk rumors about an unexplored version of the film where Michael Myers supposedly meets his demise. In his own words: “There isn’t a different ‘Halloween’ cut in which Michael dies. This is complete nonsense!”

As a dedicated horror movie enthusiast with over two decades of experience under my belt, I’ve seen my fair share of urban legends and rumors about iconic films. But the recent claim made by @horrormuseum that there exists an unseen version of “Halloween” from 1978, which is supposedly 95% different and ends with Michael Myers meeting his demise, really piqued my interest.

Instead of taking criticism to heart and appearing defensive, they hadn’t yet read Carpenter’s perspective on the issue when they posted. Later, they strongly maintained that the tale wasn’t an urban legend and shared supposed evidence to support their claim.

Based on my own experiences and observations, I find it intriguing that there are rumors circulating about an obscure cut of a film allegedly directed by the man behind its original version. However, given his denial of the existence of such a cut, I have to admit that I am inclined to believe the skepticism prevailing on the internet.

There are Several Versions of Halloween, But We May Have Seen Them All

John Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers DiesJohn Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers DiesJohn Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers DiesJohn Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers DiesJohn Carpenter Says No Cut of Halloween Exists Where Michael Myers Dies

In the 1978 classic film “Halloween,” we encounter Michael Myers, a disturbed individual who mercilessly stabbed his older sister when he was only six. Fast forward fifteen years, and Michael manages to break free from the mental health facility that had been his home for decades. He returns to Haddonfield, Illinois, on Halloween night. With renewed vengeance, Michael embarks on a fresh rampage of violence. However, when he encounters Laurie Strode, the town’s fearsome legend, she proves to be more than just a match for this relentless bogeyman.

Several variations of “Halloween” exist, with all known editions having been distributed at some point – through television broadcasts, home video releases, or currently, streaming platforms. Carpenter was asked to re-shoot certain scenes when the movie aired on TV, but these aren’t significant to the overall plot. Years ago, Fangoria announced finding a box of negatives with extra footage from the film, yet this news soon faded away. Ultimately, while devoted fans may enjoy various cuts, they have likely witnessed the most authentic version in Carpenter’s initial cinema release.

On Shudder, you have the option to watch “Halloween” (1978), however, please note that there might be variations as to which specific version will be played.

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2024-07-23 03:31