Newton Theatre to show 'Halloween'

NEWTON — The one. The only. The classic horror film, Halloween, will be shown at The Newton Theatre on Halloween night, Monday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m.
This showing includes an exclusive extended interview and retrospective with filmmaker John Carpenter, only available in theaters. A costume contest will be held at the theatre beginning at 7 p.m. John Carpenter’s Halloween is the most successful independent horror movie of all time is back on the big screen, digitally restored and remastered by the original cinematographer, for a haunted Halloween night.
On a cold Halloween night in 1963, 6-year-old Michael Myers brutally murdered his 17-year-old sister. He was sentenced and locked away for 15 years. But on Oct. 30, 1978, while being transferred for a court date, a 21-year-old Michael Myers steals a car and escapes Smith’s Grove. He returns to his quiet hometown of Haddonfield, Ill., where he looks for his next victims.
This cinema classic features an exclusive extended interview and retrospective with filmmaker John Carpenter. The exclusive explores the history of the film, the legendary director behind it and the influence Halloween has had on not only the horror genre, but also the entire film industry. Carpenter explains why the film is meant for the big screen, the influences that inspire his filmmaking and how Halloween became the highest grossing independent film of all time.
Tickets for Halloween are all $7. Purchase tickets by visiting www.thenewtontheatre.com or contact the Box Office at 973-383-3700.