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Fan Theory Suggests ‘Halloween’s Sam Loomis is the Same Sam Loomis From ‘Psycho’

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Written by Patti Pauley

I don’t know about the rest of you, but I can certainly appreciate a WELL THOUGHT OUT fan theory every once in awhile. I’ve read about a million out there that range from absolute rubbish to explanations that can actually make you see one of your favorite films, shows, or characters’ in a new light. However, the latest in horror film fandom theories that has caught my squirrelly attention span creates a fascinating train of thought for both Hitchcock and Halloween fans alike; What if the Sam Loomis character from Halloween was more than just an homage to Psycho‘s Sam Loomis? What if it’s actually the same person?

 

I know. I know. Hear this all out though.

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Now, to bring those who may be confused up to speed, in Psycho, Sam Loomis is Marion Crane’s boyfriend; and in Halloween Sam Loomis plays psychiatrist to Michael Myers. It’s fairly knowledgeable to Myers fans that John Carpenter did pay homage to the Hitchcock thriller by not only naming the good doctor after one of the Psycho characters but also cast the daughter of said film’s heroine Marion Crane ( Janet Leigh) Jamie Lee Curtis as John Carpenter’s final girl in what became to be, one of the biggest slasher franchises in the horror genre. In a recent article highlighted by FilmSchoolRejects, the article makes for an intelligent, and plausible argument as to the theory that Loomis from both Psycho and Halloween, two entirely different films, are one in the same.

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The theory suggests that after suffering a traumatic experience with losing his beloved Marion, tracking down Norman Bates in mother mode, restraining him and turning him into the police and the loony doctors, is that Loomis would handle his grief and experience by making sure in his own sort of ways, that an incident like this should never happen again. And so Loomis would go on to leave the terror behind in Arizona and move to Illinois to earn his bachelor’s in child psychology. Catch ’em while they’re young sort of deal.

Upon graduating, one of his first patients is a young boy, six years of age with the blackest eyes… the devil’s eyes. Of course, you know who I’m referring to here. Loomis sees the traits of the disturbed Norman in little Mikey and drives himself deep into work in order to prevent the events of Psycho all over again. However, we all know how that ends up. After initially 15 years of trying his damnest to reach into Myers’ psyche to pull him back into normality, Myers escapes, and death comes to Haddonfield. Of course, being the persistent man Loomis is in trying to avoid a repeat of history, he pursues Michael in an effort to stop him; and with Loomis slightly jaded by said history, he means to end it by any means possible. If he has to kill Myers, he’s going to go for it.

For nearly 20 years, SIX FILMS TOTAL, this guy keeps running after Myers. The theory goes on to state that is typical of a man suffering from guilt, and PTSD. That Loomis is not your typical doctor, nor a rational man at that. That this man getting on in years, has seen first hand before the Haddonfield shit show of ’78, and the consequences of a maniac on the loose. So this man will go to the ends of the Earth to put a stop to it. It has become an obsession for him. And followed him to his own death.

At the end of the day, this is just a theory; and a mind fucking one at that. Albeit, John Carpenter has never once stated that this is true, and although I highly doubt there’s any credence to it, it’s fun to pretend and intertwine the two historical horror masterpieces together. What’s your take? Let’s discuss in the comments!

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Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed

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The latest exorcism movie is about to drop this summer. It’s aptly titled The Exorcism and it stars Academy Award winner turned B-movie savant Russell Crowe. The trailer dropped today and by the looks of it, we are getting a possession movie that takes place on a movie set.

Just like this year’s recent demon-in-media-space film Late Night With the Devil, The Exorcism happens during a production. Although the former takes place on a live network talk show, the latter is on an active sound stage. Hopefully, it won’t be entirely serious and we’ll get some meta chuckles out of it.

The film will open in theaters on June 7, but since Shudder also acquired it, it probably won’t be long after that until it finds a home on the streaming service.

Crowe plays, “Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. The film also stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.”

Crowe did see some success in last year’s The Pope’s Exorcist mostly because his character was so over-the-top and infused with such comical hubris it bordered on parody. We will see if that is the route actor-turned-director Joshua John Miller takes with The Exorcism.

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Win a Stay at The Lizzie Borden House From Spirit Halloween

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Spirit Halloween has declared that this week marks the start of spooky season and to celebrate they are offering fans a chance to stay at the Lizzie Borden House with so many perks Lizzie herself would approve.

The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA is claimed to be one of the most haunted houses in America. Of course one lucky winner and up to 12 of their friends will find out if the rumors are true if they win the grand prize: A private stay in the notorious house.

“We are delighted to work with Spirit Halloween to roll out the red carpet and offer the public a chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience at the infamous Lizzie Borden House, which also includes additional haunted experiences and merchandise,” said Lance Zaal, President & Founder of US Ghost Adventures.

Fans can enter to win by following Spirit Halloween‘s Instagram and leaving a comment on the contest post from now through April 28.

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The prize also includes:

An exclusive guided house tour, including insider insight around the murder, the trial, and commonly reported hauntings

A late-night ghost tour, complete with professional ghost-hunting gear

A private breakfast in the Borden family dining room

A ghost hunting starter kit with two pieces of Ghost Daddy Ghost Hunting Gear and a lesson for two at US Ghost Adventures Ghost Hunting Course

The ultimate Lizzie Borden gift package, featuring an official hatchet, the Lizzie Borden board game, Lily the Haunted Doll, and America’s Most Haunted Volume II

Winner’s choice of a Ghost Tour experience in Salem or a True Crime experience in Boston for two

“Our Halfway to Halloween celebration provides fans an exhilarating taste of what’s to come this fall and empowers them to start planning for their favorite season as early as they please,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween. “We have cultivated an incredible following of enthusiasts who embody the Halloween lifestyle, and we’re thrilled to bring the fun back to life.”

Spirit Halloween is also preparing for their retail haunted houses. On Thursday, August 1 their flagship store in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. will officially open to start off the season. That event usually draws in hordes of people eager to see what new merch, animatronics, and exclusive IP goods will be trending this year.

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’28 Years Later’ Trilogy Taking Shape With Serious Star Power

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Danny Boyle is revisiting his 28 Days Later universe with three new films. He will direct the first, 28 Years Later, with two more to follow. Deadline is reporting that sources say Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes have been cast for the first entry, a sequel to the original. Details are being kept under wraps so we don’t know how or if the first original sequel 28 Weeks Later fits into the project.

Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes

Boyle will direct the first movie but it’s unclear which role he will take on in the subsequent films. What is known is Candyman (2021) director Nia DaCosta is scheduled to direct the second film in this trilogy and that the third will be filmed immediately afterward. Whether DaCosta will direct both is still unclear.

Alex Garland is writing the scripts. Garland is having a successful time at the box office right now. He wrote and directed the current action/thriller Civil War which was just knocked out of the theatrical top spot by Radio Silence’s Abigail.

There is no word yet on when, or where, 28 Years Later will start production.

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The original film followed Jim (Cillian Murphy) who wakes from a coma to find that London is currently dealing with a zombie outbreak.

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