Haunt is a 2019 horror film directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. Behind the production side is Eli Roth. It stars Katie Stevens, Will Brittain, Lauryn McClain, Andrew Caldwell, Shazi Raja, and Schuyler Helford. On October 31st, some teenagers decide to enter a haunted house. Do they make it out alive?

Welcome to the Halloween season movie! The time when most of the population decorate their house and place candy on their porch for small children to collect.

Harper (played by Katie Stevens), Bailey (McClain), Angela (Raja), and Mallory (Helford) are enjoying a ladies’ night out. Later, the girls chat with Nathan (Brittain) and Evan (Caldwell) and befriend each other.

As the night transcends, the group decides to hit the road together. Upon driving, they see a house with a “haunted house” sign around the corner and choose to stop.

At the entry of the house, they are greeted by a person wearing a clown mask. However, there are rules. Before entering the house, they must give up their electronic devices.

Of course, most people would retract from losing their phone privileges. But not these teenagers, who are looking for a spooky Halloween movie adventure.

Once inside, they notice fun games such as “Guess the Body Part.” But as they navigate through the house, they realize it is a maze, they are not alone.

With no phones, will this group of teenagers find their way home, or will it be too late? Sometimes, a spooky adventure can be more than you bargained for.

Happy Halloween, everyone!

1. “Haunt” movie. Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods (Sierra, Momentum Pictures, 2019). ↩︎
2. “Haunt” movie. Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods (Sierra, Momentum Pictures, 2019). ↩︎

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The Shining is a 1980’s classic horror movie. Directed by the mastermind Stanley Kubrick (1928-1999), it stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Scatman Crothers, and Danny Lloyd. When a family temporarily moves in into a hotel for the winter, eerie events unfold. To get to the bottom, read the article and watch “The Shining.”

Jack Torrence (played by Nicholson), a former teacher, is looking to turn a new leaf in his life. Luckily, he has found a superb job as a watchman at a hotel.

But not just any resort, namely the impeccable “Overlook Hotel.” A hotel designed for upscale guests. However, located at 4,000 meters above sea level, it is hardly a desired destination during the cold winter.

Despite being closed for the season, just like any property, it requires maintenance. Therefore, during the next five months and until its re-opening in Sommer of next year, Jack will do the following chores on a daily routine:

• Run the boiler
• Heat different areas of the hotel
• Repair occasional damages
• Watch the facilities

A job not so demanding, per se, but mentally challenging due to the isolation side effects. Upfront, the manager confesses to him that the preceding caretaker killed his wife and two daughters a decade earlier (1970).

But that doesn’t seem to bother him. Admittedly, confinement is what he is looking for, as he is in the early stages of writing a novel. So, with the companionship of his wife Wendy (Duvall), and his son Danny (Lloyd), Jack is ecstatic.

Yet Danny isn’t the typical kid. He possesses telepathic powers and can communicate with others such as the head chef, named Dick Hallorann (Crothers). Dick explains this unique gift as “the shining” and warns him about the previous spirits in the “Overlook Hotel.”

Firstly, the days unravel as expected, Jack completing his morning routine and spending the evenings in the lounge to tackle his writing. Nonetheless, that schedule quickly derails as he begins having sleep deprivation and devilish nightmares.

Lately, it seems as if some essence has taken over Jack. He has turned into a psychopathic killer with a mentality much iller than you could ever imagine in your wildest dreams. Will Wendy and Danny survive or meet their faith like the previous family?

“The Shining” movie has become an 80’s cinematic debate ongoing to this day. Some fans praise the movie whereas some critics trash it. What are your thoughts?

Lastly, it is based on Stephen King’s 1977 book. To enhance the story, I recommend watching its sequel, “Doctor Sleep” (2019).

To read Music, Movies, and Me’s 2021 Halloween special, click on “Zombieland: Double Tap.”

Watch “The Shining” film teaser in the link below.

1. “The Shining” movie. Directed by Stanley Kubrick (Warner Bros., 1980). ↩︎
2. “The Shining” movie. Directed by Stanley Kubrick (Warner Bros., 1980). ↩︎
3. “The Shining” movie. Directed by Stanley Kubrick (Warner Bros., 1980). ↩︎

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Zombieland: Double Tap is a 2019 post-apocalyptic comedy movie. Actors Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, and Abigail Breslin reprise their roles, and new faces like Zoey Deutch, Rosario Dawson, Luke Wilson, Thomas Middleditch, and Avan Jogia join the cast. Faced against modern zombies, does the crew have what it takes?

There was a point in time when the human population was on and off enjoying their daily schedule. You know, kids attended schools, teenagers left their parents’ nest for college, and adults went to offices. Nothing remotely but actual physical presence (remember that?).

However, that drastically changed in 2009 (Zombieland) once a virus spread throughout the globe infecting millions. Unlike present times, this newfound pathogen didn’t kill the human race. It caused the infected ones to mutate into walking-deads.

This led to mass hysteria. But not Columbus (played by Eisenberg), a clever student who invented “73 rules” for survival. Unlike siblings Wichita (Stone) and Little Rock (Breslin), who only needed one. Others like Tallahassee (Harrelson) were on a quest to find Twinkies.

As faith would have it, this unlikely team realizes they are better together than apart. And that is how they have remained for the next 10 years.

A decade later (Zombieland: Double Tap), they have found their new hide-and-seek at the Oval Office. Generally, a microbe keeps morphing into different deltas. Hence, zombies are now smarter (referred to as “Hawkings”), quieter (“Ninjas”), and harder to kill (“T-800s”).

On the bright side, Columbus and Wichita are an item. But once he proposes, she and Little Rock ditch them as she follows her inner rule.

Afterward, the girl-less duo encounters Madison (Deutch). A blonde with a little brain and a big mouth. A month later, Wichita crawls back to them stating Little Rock has gone off with a hippie (Jogia) to Babylon, a place dubbed as zombie-free.

Along the way, they meet Nevada (Dawson), Albuquerque (Wilson), and Flagstaff (Middleditch). Will the new squad find her? But most importantly, will they acquire what they have longed for since the virus outbreak? Discover it for yourself!

Despite the actual times, remember to follow rule #32 in life. That is, to enjoy the little things. Feel free to revisit my 2020 Halloween special!

Happy Halloween, everyone! Watch the “Zombieland: Double Tap” trailer in the link below.

1. “Zombieland: Double Tap” movie. Directed by Ruben Fleischer (Sony Pictures Releasing, 2019). ↩︎
2. “Zombieland” movie. Directed by Ruben Fleischer (Sony Pictures Releasing, 2009). ↩︎

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Hubie Halloween is the latest movie by comedian Adam Sandler. Produced by Steven Brill, it stars Kevin James, Julie Bowen, Maya Rudolph, Steve Buscemi, Rob Schneider, and Tim Meadows. When a convict escapes from the psychiatric hospital and endangers an entire town, a hero steps to the plate. Let’s dive into the Hubie Halloween review.

For better or worse, the self-proclaimed hero of Salem, Massachusetts is Hubie Dubois (played by Sandler). During the day, he works at a deli and takes care of his mother. However, he is a mockery to society, except for his crush Violet Valentine (Bowen), who sees a kind human being.

Nevertheless, that doesn’t stop Hubie from taking his duties seriously. Hence, he volunteers for Sergeant Steve Downey (James). Things get only spookier once Mr. Lambert (Buscemi) moves next to him.

Moreover, Halloween is around the corner, which means Hubie is on high alert. With the possession of his favorite tool, a portable Swiss Army Thermos, he is ready to serve and protect. Does he finally win the respect he deserves? Discover it for yourself!

Adam Sandler has been in the movie industry for 30 years and counting. His breakthrough role in 1995’s “Happy Maddison” opened many doors for him, including his company “Happy Madison Productions” (1999), which has blessed the audience with many gems.

Nonetheless, like any other Sandler movie, criticism comes along the way. In 2012, his comedy “Jack and Jill” won a record-breaking 10 “Razzie Awards”, better known as the anti-Oscars. Regardless, Adam has proved he can step out of the comedy world, as shown in Oscar’s overlooked “Uncut Gems“.

Additionally, a checkmate move for him was linking up with Netflix (2014) for a four-movie deal. His movie “Murder Mystery” (2019) alongside Jennifer Anniston was the most popular title of that year. To no surprise, the streaming giant doubled their accord.

Does criticism matter at this point? For decades, the Sandman has kept his inner circle tight. Mostly collaborating with the same familiar faces such as Kevin James, Chris Rock, Steve Buscemi, and Rob Schneider. Mixing work with family can be a deadly game, but it has paid off for them!

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‪Too young. Too sweet. Too funny. Just the nicest, most talented, and most decent kid around. Loved that kid. Cared so much about his family. Cared so much about the world. Thank you, Cameron, for all you gave to us. So much more was on the way. All our hearts are broken. Thinking of your amazing family and sending our deepest condolences.‬

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Rest in Peace to Cameron Boyce, who passed away before filming began. Tomorrow is not guaranteed. Therefore, gather your family together and enjoy the festivities.

Happy Halloween, everyone!

Watch the teaser trailer in the link below and score our “Hubie Halloween” review.

1. “Hubie Halloween” movie. Directed by Steven Brill (Netflix, Happy Madison Productions, 2020). ↩︎
2. “Hubie Halloween” movie. Directed by Steven Brill (Netflix, Happy Madison Productions, 2020). ↩︎

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