My Favourite Movies at Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner and I'm definitely joining the bandwagon here. I'm going to put together a list of movies that I love to watch or associate with Halloween. I love this time of year but I watch these movies at any point regardless of whether it's nearly Halloween or not. (Take a shot everytime I say "Halloween").

7. Casper (1995)

This movie was probably a favourite during my childhood which I will probably say a few times throughout this post. Christina Ricci plays a teenager who moves into this creepy mansion with her dad played by Bill Pullman. She then meets Casper the friendly ghost who's 3 ghostly uncles try to chase the humans away. I guess this one is just all about the nostalgia now. "Can I keep you?" seemed like such a sweet pick up line as a kid but now is just seems a tad on the creepy side. It's a bit silly, a bit goofy and touches on some deep topics such as losing someone. I still enjoy it on occasions. 

6. Crimson Peak (2015)

I went to see this movie at the cinema when it came out and I absolutely loved it. It's not a horror movie but a gothic romance which does have a couple of spooky moments which makes it perfect for this time of year. Wonderful cast and beautiful sets. One of my favourite movies from Del Toro too who has made a few movies that I do enjoy.
"Ghosts are real... this much I know."

5.  A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984)

Sigh. This movie! The first time I saw this I was like a toddler. My brother who is a wee bit older than me used to watch this all the time and it scared the absolute shit out of me at the time. That whole idea that Freddy Kreuger appears in your dreams meant that I could not get to sleep. Years later as a teenager I sat down to watch it again with a new perspective. It became a favourite. I always thought the story was clever and Robert Englund played a fantastic and iconic villain. Only thing is that jumper also reminds me of a jumper my dad used to wear. Eeek. Also lets just forget the remake ever happened. Or the majority of the sequels.

4. The Addams Family (1991)

What is not to love about this movie? It's amazing. The cast are perfect (oh look! Christina Ricci again), the story is perfect and the humour just hits the right spot. Even as an adult it is hilarious maybe even more so. It's also on the tv a lot which isn't exactly a bad thing. I love, love, love, love this movie so much. They're portrayed as this dysfunctional and cooky family yet they have such a healthy family relationship. I know people are eager for a remake with Oscar Isaac and Eva Green. I'm not sure how I would feel about it but if anyone was going to play the iconic couple they would be my first choice.

3. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)


I definitely argue that this is both a Christmas and Halloween movie. Why restrict yourself? Maybe I'd say it's more Christmas but who cares! Life is too short. Another favourite from my childhood of course. This movie is still a magical one to watch though. The animation and the music makes this movie what it is. I also remember during my teenage years how popular this movie was with teens and all the merchandise and clothes that were out at the time. 

2. Scream (1996)

I think I watched A Scary Movie (the parody based on this) before I even saw Scream. That may have taken something away from the movie for me as it seemed less scary to me but I loved it nonetheless. After rewatching it very recently it's still a great movie to watch.
"Do you like scary movies?" "What's the point? They're all the same. Some stupid killer stalking some big-breasted girl who can't act who is always running up the stairs when she should be running out the front door. It's insulting."

1. Hocus Pocus (1993)

And of course! This may not come as a surprise. Not only a favourite for this time of year but of all time for me. I used to watch this a lot when I was younger and look back on it fondly. It's just one of those movies that is a little bit of fun and not too serious. Also there is nothing better than the scene where Bette Midler as Winifred performs 'I Put A Spell on You'. This is just nostalgia in a bottle for me.
"It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus"

I hope you enjoyed my post today. Let me know what you love to watch at this time of year in the comments below. I'd love to know if there is anything I should watch or forgot to mention. I also noticed that most of these movies are from the 90's. Can anyone recommend anything a little more recent?

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