Grade: B+
Back in the ’90s, made-for-cable movies weren’t plagued by predictable plotlines starring washed-up actors or actresses. The Disney Channel original movie “Halloweentown” was released in 1998 and has been a Halloween movie staple ever since. Starring the iconic Debbie Reynolds as grandma Aggie Cromwell, the movie is filled with fantastic acting. After Cromwell informs her granddaughter Marnie that they are witches, the duo must work together to defeat the evil forces of Halloweentown, the magical world where everyone’s a supernatural being. No one can forget the flying school bus that transports the pair to Halloweentown. Although the special effects leave something to be desired, with the technology of the time and small budget, who can really complain? It’s the detailed costumes and makeup along with the unique plotline and acting that make this movie a classic.