The Resurrection of Michael Myers

Name: The Resurrection of Michael Myers
Director: Mike Beck
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Released: 1987-01-01
Duration: 25 min
Cast: Richard Holm, Mikael Lindgren, Mike Beck, Johannes Pinter

1987Dir. Mike Beck25m

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About This Movie

So, 'The Resurrection of Michael Myers' is quite the oddity in the slasher genre. It’s this goofy Swedish horror comedy that tries to capture the essence of the original while turning it on its head. The film opens with theater-goers watching the last reel of Carpenter's classic, which sets a meta tone that’s both amusing and bizarre. The practical effects, though not top-tier, have a certain charm and the antics of the masked killer are more comical than terrifying. The pacing is erratic, but it sort of works in a way that keeps you guessing what ridiculousness will happen next. It’s a curious blend of homage and parody that stands out for its sheer audacity.

Opens with a meta reference to HALLOWEEN.Practical effects have a charmingly amateur quality.Tone shifts between silly and horror, making for odd pacing.