Video Tag
Every video tagged “1981” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
6 videos
This is a fan-made modernized teaser trailer for the 1981 horror classic Halloween II, created for entertainment purposes. The creator recut existing audio and visual elements from the film to give it a contemporary trailer feel. It is not an official release and carries a standard disclaimer regarding ownership of the source material.
Haunt Former reviews the landmark 1981 horror film An American Werewolf in London, directed by John Landis. The video explores why the movie is considered a defining moment for both the horror genre and werewolf cinema. At roughly seven minutes, it offers a concise critical take aimed at horror fans and Halloween enthusiasts alike.
Haunt Former pits the 1981 slasher classic My Bloody Valentine against its 2009 3D remake in an 18-minute versus-style breakdown. The video discusses both films' plots, killers, and key differences — complete with spoiler warnings for each entry. It fits squarely in the horror-commentary tradition of comparing an original to its remake. The channel's broader focus spans Halloween, haunts, and horror culture.
This short review covers the 1981 Canadian slasher film My Bloody Valentine, tying it to Valentine's Day horror viewing. The host highlights the film's festive setting, memorable killer miner villain, and grounded, believable characters as standout qualities. The review is part of the channel's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews horror film series.
This video is a review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), examining whether the sequel earns its place as the scariest entry in the franchise. The reviewer covers Jason Voorhees' role as the central killer and the setup involving counselors venturing too close to the infamous Camp Crystal Lake. Running just under twelve minutes, it offers an opinion-driven breakdown of the film's scares and overall effectiveness as a slasher sequel.
This video is a Halloween-season review of Sam Raimi's 1981 horror classic The Evil Dead, covering the film's iconic cabin-in-the-woods setting, its supernatural premise involving the Necronomicon, and its place in horror history. The reviewer approaches the film through a Halloween-enthusiast lens, making it part of a broader seasonal content series tagged #HauntTober. At roughly seven minutes, it offers a concise take suited for horror fans looking for a quick recommendation or retrospective. The channel, Haunt Former, is primarily Halloween-focused and also produces prop builds, haunt walkthroughs, and unboxings.
