(2008)
dir Michael Dogherty
, w/ Dylan Baker, Anna Paquin, Brian Cox, Leslie Bibb, Tahmoh Penikett, Quinn Lord
[82 min]
This much buzzed about horror film has finally made its debut on DVD but the Brattle is thrilled to present the first theatrical screenings in the Boston area! A positive whos who of things that go bump in the night, TRICKR TREAT features a cavalcade of ghosts, ghouls, werewolves, vampires, slashers and more. Interweaving several different stories that all take place on Halloween night in one Ohio town, writer/director Michael Dougherty has made a new horror classic with just the right blend of horror, gore, ghoulishness and, of course, cruelty to children. And, in case you need some encouragement to get into the holiday spirit, Dougherty introduces a creepy sack-masked hobgoblin that torments those who dont respect the traditions of Halloween.
Chad Morgan and Ashley Sera have just moved into their new apartment. They've gotten engaged and are about to start a new life together. Everything seems perfect, except for one thing - their next-door neighbor, Mr. Reed. After a bizarre encounter, Chad begins to realize that if he doesn't unlock the secret to this mysterious voyeur soon, he may lose everything - including his mind.