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HBO Max subscribers can now stream Michael Dougherty’s 2007 horror anthology, Trick ‘r Treat. An absolute ode to Halloween and all things spooky, the film’s intricately woven plot features four separate, interconnected stories – The Principal, The School Bus Massacre, The Surprise Party, and Sam – that all take place on Halloween night in a fictional small Ohio town where the rules of Halloween are to be respected or there will be deadly consequences. The movie served as Dougherty’s directorial debut and a strong entry into the horror franchise, with Trick ‘r Treat having a limited theatrical release before later gaining a cult following and a great 81% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Why You Should Watch Trick ‘r Treat
Trick ‘r Treat is a Halloween horror masterpiece that at its core is a celebration of all things Halloween. The movie perfectly captures the spirit of Halloween through the masterfully crafted non-linear dark storylines that explore different aspects and traditions of Halloween night, from trick-or-treaters to haunted houses, and are all connected through Sam, a character who represents the dual nature of Halloween as being both fun and frightening. The adorable pumpkin-headed demon spirit of Halloween serves as the guardian of the holiday’s traditions and unleashes gruesome karmic justice when they’re not followed.
