Halloween 2024 Recap

 This was certainly a different Halloween. I went into Salem as usual to stalk the streets...or rather I should say The Creep did.

Typically, Halloween night in Salem has an autumn chill in the air. There have been times when it was colder or warmer but this year was probably the warmest. When I got into town around 6:30, it was 70 degrees! We'd had a couple days of unseasonably warm days so I was prepared. It was the first time I've worn shorts and a sleeveless tee under the costume, and it was definitely the right call.

I know a lot of us Hallo-weirdos get into a funk after the big day so I wanted to share this Instagram post from Jason at The Cryptocurium. If you love Halloween and horror, go check out his art and figures!

I've still got at least one spooky post coming up to keep the vibe rolling.

There's probably plenty of random videos you can find of Halloween night in Salem. This one is just over 30 minutes and will give you an idea of the costumes and craziness. Ok, it's not really crazy, it's just a LOT of people.

Here's another video that visits the Salem Night Faire I posted about recently to give you a better idea of what it's like there. Derek Millen does a lot of Salem-centric videos and he's got plenty on his channel just from this October if you want to virtually check things out.

Monthly Media Recap - October 2024

Well, here we are at another Halloween! If you're looking for something to watch tonight, maybe something below will grab your interest.

Streaming Series

What We Do in the Shadows (Hulu)

Over the past few months, binged all five seasons. Kinda sad this year is the final season. The show is so damn funny with top notch performances and certain things that will no doubt linger in the pop culture consciousness for years to come.

Movies

Oddity (2024, Shudder/Amazon Prime)

I don't know if I would have watched this if not for the buzz I'd been seeing around it, but I'm glad I did! It's an...odd amalgamation of thriller, murder mystery, and horror that works very well. It actually feels like something that Hammer could have put out in the 70s. It's the kind of creepy that might have you turning on lights in the house when you're alone.

Rating: 7/10

*Labyrinth (1986, Hulu/Peacock/Tubi)

Not only did I get to introduce Mrs Dex to one of my all time favorite movies but we got to see it in a theater with a live band performing the music! It's quite an experience seeing this with an audience and the live music. There were a handful of people in costume but hearing the audience reactions was a real treat. The tour is going for quite awhile so check ticket availability!

Rating: I can't objectively give a rating to this, it's part of my DNA 

Halloween Hot Wheels 2024 - Street Shaker

 We've made it to the finish line! Here is the final Halloween Hot Wheels of 2024 and tomorrow is Halloween!

Street Shaker was introduced in 2011 and this is the 15th release. In 2017, it was released with Batman deco as part of a Justice League wave.

This one looks like it would be the perfect ride for Slimer. It might not be his exact shade of green but it looks like it's dripping with ectoplasm.

From the Hot Wheels Wiki:

Street Shaker is a high-performance muscle car design, blending classic styling with modern performance. Designed by Jun Imai in collaboration with NASCAR racing driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., the car was originally named Hammerhead (stylized on card as "Hammerhead"), the name being chosen by Earnhardt; Earnhardt has stated that the car's design is based on "an old Chevrolet Bel Air fused with a modern Camaro". Due to copyright reasons the model has been named "Street Shaker" since 2014. 

 

One of my favorite things about toy cars since I was a kid is when they mold the interior of the vehicle. Not only can you see the engine but the steering wheel and stick shift. It's like you can put yourself right in there.