Todd Doogan praises the film, but pans the DVD version released in 1997, claiming that the sound and visuals are destroyed.

Tim Dirks' critique of the series original praises director John Carperter's innovations and deft handling of the plot twists.

Retrospective of the film in which Jamie Lee Curtis made her acting debut claims that "Halloween" created the slasher genre.

Positive critique praises the innovative ending of the film, and finds the performances, especially that of Donald Pleasence, capable.

Critic dismisses this third sequel, which marks the return of Michael Myers, as an obvious knockoff of the original.

Critic Richard Harrington claims the series has run out of steam with its fifth film.

Roger Ebert's irreverent analysis of the film marvels at the indestructibility of main character, Michael Myers.

Critic lives up to his billing with a scathing commentary on the film and Kevin Williamson's involvement as producer.

Critic Bob Graham can't recommend the film despite his praise for the return of Jamie Lee Curtis to the series.

Critique of the DVD version praises the second film in the series, though claims that it falls short of the original.

Offers a somewhat mixed review of the film, praising its psychological thrills while criticizing its excessive gore.

Critic Susan Rathke cites lead character Michael Myers' wildly fluctuating weight as one of the many faults of the 1995 entry in the series.

Read a critique of the sixth film in the series that spares no mercy in attacking the entire premise of the film. Written by John A Lavin.

Critique by reviewer Mick LaSalle shreds this movie, the last for Donald Pleasence, claiming that the plot is senseless and the acting is awful.

Critic Richard Harrington finds fault with every aspect of this film starring Donald Pleasance, including the plot and the performances.