Our Halloween Movie Watchlist
It’s the kind of October night Vancouver does best—steady rain on the windows, fog catching the streetlights, and every plan that involved going out suddenly sounding less appealing. If you’re staying in this Halloween (and honestly, who could blame you?), it’s the perfect excuse to queue up something spooky…or at least stylish.
Whether you’re into SFX and prosthetics, runway-level fashion, enviable hair, or a sheet mask that won’t scare your roommates, these films are full of creative inspiration.
For Makeup Lovers: Beetlejuice (1988)
Few movies capture the strange, theatrical joy of makeup like Beetlejuice. The looks are chaotic, clever, and unapologetically weird—the kind of creative freedom every artist dreams of. From hollowed eyes to hand-painted stripes, this is transformation at its most playful.
Watch for: practical effects, expressive character design, and contouring that defies gravity.
Bonus idea: smudge on some black liner and channel your inner Lydia Deetz—she understood the assignment long before we had the term.
Also worth a rewatch: Crimson Peak (for gothic perfection), Pan’s Labyrinth (for surreal artistry), or The Rocky Horror Picture Show (for campy brilliance).
For Fashion Lovers: The Addams Family (1991)
No one commits to an aesthetic quite like the Addamses. Morticia’s liquid-black dresses, Gomez’s pinstripes, Wednesday’s sharp collar—it’s all proof that personal style is power. The entire family is a masterclass in visual branding: consistent, confident, and darkly iconic.
Watch for: sculpted tailoring, timeless silhouettes, and a wardrobe that whispers “couture, but make it creepy.”
Style cue: commit fully—even if it’s just to matching your nail polish to your mood.
Other stylish watches: The Love Witch (’60s technicolor glamour) or Practical Magic (soft linen, big hair, and candlelight).
For Hair Lovers: The Craft (1996)
If teenage rebellion had a hairstyle, it would look like The Craft. Layers, fringe, and perfectly imperfect texture—it’s the kind of effortless hair that takes real skill to pull off. Beyond the witchcraft, it’s about transformation, identity, and owning your power—scissors and all.
Watch for: fearless fringe, grunge volume, and the ultimate moody-girl blowout.
Salon inspo: witchy meets wearable—the kind of style that never really goes out of fashion.
Also try: Hocus Pocus (for volume goals), Edward Scissorhands (for creative cuts), or Clueless (for glossy perfection).
For Skin/Self-Care Lovers: Practical Magic (1998)
If your perfect Halloween includes a face mask, tea, and a blanket, this one’s for you. Practical Magic is soft and romantic, full of candlelight, salt rituals, and perfect skin even under moonlight. It’s the movie equivalent of self-care—warm, nostalgic, and a little witchy in the best way.
Watch for: dewy complexions, sunlight kitchens, and moments of quiet transformation.
Self-care pairing: a brightening mask, cinnamon tea, and no notifications.
Other cozy picks: Hocus Pocus 2, Only Murders in the Building, or any comfort movie that pairs well with skincare.
However you spend Halloween night—rewatching a classic, trying a new look, or just enjoying the sound of the rain—remember it’s all part of the creative process. Inspiration doesn’t always happen in the studio. Sometimes, it starts on the couch, under a blanket, halfway through your favourite scene.