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Trick or Treat (1986)

"What are you afraid of? It's only rock & roll."

6.119861h 37mEN
HorrorComedyMusic

Directed by Charles Martin Smith

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

October 24, 1986

Director

Charles Martin Smith

Official Trailer

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Overview

Eddie Weinbauer, a metalhead teen who is bullied at school, looks to his heavy metal superstar idol, Sammi Curr, for guidance. When Curr is killed in a hotel fire, Eddie becomes the recipient of the only copy of Curr's unreleased album, which, when played backwards, brings Sammi back to life. As Hal...

Cast

Marc Price

Marc Price

Eddie Weinbauer

Tony Fields

Tony Fields

Sammi Curr

Lisa Orgolini

Lisa Orgolini

Leslie Graham

Doug Savant

Doug Savant

Tim Hainey

Elaine Joyce

Elaine Joyce

Angie Weinbauer

Glen Morgan

Glen Morgan

Roger Mockus

Gene Simmons

Gene Simmons

Nuke

Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne

Rev. Aaron Gilstrom

Elise Richards

Elise Richards

Genie Wooster

Richard Pachorek

Richard Pachorek

Ron Avery

Clare Torao

Clare Torao

Maggie Wong-Hernandez

Alice Nunn

Alice Nunn

Sylvia Cavell

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Trick or Treat (1986), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Eddie Weinbauer, a metalhead teen who is bullied at school, looks to his heavy metal superstar idol, Sammi Curr, for guidance. When Curr is killed in a hotel fire, Eddie becomes the recipient of the only copy of Curr's unreleased album, which, when played backwards, brings Sammi back to life. As Halloween approaches, Eddie begins to realize that this isn't only rock 'n roll...it's life and death.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Trick or Treat. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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