What made Michael Myers evil?

Halloween 2 introduced the Cult of Thorns storyline, which explained why Michael was so evil. A cult of druids placed a curse on the boy to kill every member of his family on Halloween, which is the focal point of the sixth installment.
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What was Michael Myers reason for killing?

It is later revealed in Halloween 6: The Curse of Michael Myers, that Michael is likely under the control of the Cult of Thorn, which is an ancient Druid curse that requires him to kill every living member in his entire bloodline.
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What is the true story behind Michael Myers?

No, Michael Myers isn't real and there was never a serial killing that the character or Halloween movies were based on. Michael Myers was inspired by a young boy that John Carpenter met during a college trip.
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What does Michael Myers suffer from?

Michael has a disorder called catatonia. Michael Myers is sometimes disabled from moving whenever he either sits or stands. This makes sense because it explains why Michael walks after his victims rather than runs.
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How did Michael Myers get cursed?

Taken at face value, the lore revealed in Halloween 6: The Curse of Michael Myers - moreso in the producer's cut - suggests that Michael was cursed by the Cult of Thorn as a child, and has been possessed by the Thorn spirit ever since. This would explain his superhuman ability to take damage and survive.
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Why does Michael Myers not speak?

As the script developed and more people became involved, Farrands admits that the film went too far in explaining Michael Myers and that he himself was not completely satisfied with the finished product. Michael does not speak in the films; the first time audiences ever hear his voice is in the 2007 Rob Zombie reboot.
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Does Michael Myers have a weakness?

Michael only kills on or around October 31, unlike other slashers who can go on murder sprees at any moment and for as long as they please. Another possible weakness of Michael Myers could be his obsession with his targets, namely Laurie and Jamie Lloyd (Danielle Harris), Laurie's daughter in the first timeline.
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Is Michael Myers possessed?

As revealed in Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, a group of druids belonging to the ancient Cult of Thorn placed a curse on Michael when he was an infant. This curse causes him to be possessed by Thorn, a demonic force that requires its host to sacrifice their family on Samhain (now known as Halloween night).
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Why is Michael Myers face deformed?

Even though many people believe that Michael Myers' face was deformed by his left eye, it was really supposed to have represented the injury that he had sustained when Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) stabbed him in the eye with the close hanger.
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Is Michael Myers a human?

Fans have made the point that Michael Myers has survived a number of brutal attacks, from a hail of bullets to multiple stabbings, that could hint he is an indestructible force. But Green assures that he is still human, one who is simply resilient and whose thirst for murder keeps him alive.
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Is Michael Myers immortal?

It appears that Michael Myers isn't immortal or supernatural. He's simply perceived that way by the townspeople due to his incredible resilience. While this might not fit in with the grounded take David Gordon Green hinted at with the 2018 film, it is an interesting way to view the character.
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What kind of killer is Michael Myers?

Michael is a silent, deranged serial killer who, at age six, murdered his older sister Judith in cold blood on Halloween night and was incarcerated in a mental institution before breaking out fifteen years later to stalk and murder the residents of his home town in Haddonfield, Illinois always on the night of Halloween ...
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Why does Michael stare out the window?

Michael Myers' Goal In Halloween Kills

In keeping with Michael's unknowable nature, this is his sole quest throughout the story. All he wants is to get back to his old home and stare out the window - though he commits a lot of killings along the way.
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Why is Michael obsessed with Laurie?

Michael first crosses paths with Laurie when he spots her dropping a key off to her father, Morgan Strode (Peter Griffith), at the empty Myers house. Morgan's the realtor selling the home, and something about Laurie catches Michael's attention, which is why he keeps stalking her throughout the day.
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What did Michael Myers sister do to him?

Michael was supposed to be being looked after by his sister who was babysitting him - but instead she went off to have sex. This leads to the theory that Judith choosing her boyfriend over him, saw Michael react by killing her.
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Does Michael Myers have a child?

Steven Lloyd is a minor character in the Halloween series. He is the only son and child of Jamie Lloyd and serial killer Michael Myers, also being the latter's grand-nephew. Steven is one of the few surviving members of the Myers family. His appearance was in Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers.
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Did Michael Myers get Jamie pregnant?

It should be noted that in The Producer's Cut of Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, it is heavily implied that the Cult of Thorn forced Michael to rape Jamie and got her pregnant, resulting in him being the father of the baby. However, this is only in The Producer's Cut and was not kept in continuity.
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Why is Michael Myers obsessed with his mask?

Michael Myers wears a mask to hide his actual identity so he can cause torment and chaos to others without them ever achieving a clear look at him. The use of his mask immediately enacts fear, which gives him an unimaginable power on top of his already intimidating madness.
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Is Halloween based on a true story?

The iconic, low-budget horror film Halloween terrified and haunted audiences for years, beginning with the original 1978 release. While most people believe the film is a work of fiction, the inspiration came from director and co-writer John Carpenter's experiences and true-crime horror.
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How is Michael Myers able to survive?

The curse granted him supernatural gifts, which is how he survived so many attacks and why he went after Laurie, as she was part of a sacrifice he had to complete.
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Who can beat Michael Myers?

Simply put, Jason Voorhees wins because he can't be killed. Not even a rain of bullets or impalement can stop him. Michael might be one tough cookie, but (depending on canon) he's still mortal. Both are matched in physical strength, but when it comes to durability, Jason takes the win.
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What is Michael Myers IQ?

Michael Myers [IQ: 78]
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Who's stronger Jason or Michael Myers?

Both serial killers are extremely strong and durable, capable of taking umpteen amounts of punishment. But while Myers is still a freak of nature, Jason can easily win this fight. Jason is physically stronger than Myers and can take more damage.
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How did Michael Myers get his powers?

Since the H20 Timeline ignores the Curse of Thorn and the Cult, his ability to withstand injuries is never really explained. His superhuman abilities could be granted to him by the magical nature of the Curse of Thorn, as the cult members assert that evil never dies, but this remains unconfirmed.
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