I have not seen this in 16 years. Back then, I thought it was great. Nowdays, I realise it's as crappy as Michael's mask in this (they really should have stuck to the bandaged look.
There are some good elements:
+ The opening credits are very moody.
+ The wardrobe opening again and again is creepy.
+ Loomis confronting Michael at the diner is a very strong scene that reminds me of The Hitcher a bit. Plus, Michael's bandaged face is a stronger image.
+ Dr. Loomis diving from explosions and firing a handgun is hilarious.
+ Loomis looking up at the burning telephone pole - a message from Christ, perhaps?
+ Post
Black Dynamite, it's hard not to laugh at the "Jamie is an orphan!" scene.
+ Would Haddonfield really sell a Michael Myers mask? I'm not sure but I like to think Michael browsed a couple of stores before he found one as it makes me laugh.
+ Michael walking in through the mist is remarkably effective.
+ Michael fighting Brady against a backlit window reminded me of the end of
Highlander, a better film.
+ That ending! What a surprise.
+ Danielle Harris is great as Jamie.
+ Donald Pleasance is fantastic. He really does bring a dignity and gravitas to proceedings. The scene where he speaks about looking in the mirror everyday is so moving, and it's hard not to feel some emotion when he pleads with Michael in the diner. The producers should be thanking the movie gods that Pleasance agreed to star in it.