“No Michael Myers. Just masks. And mayhem.”
In this episode of Reel Beans, we dive into one of horror’s most infamous cult classics: Halloween III: Season of the Witch. Joined by special guests Kathryn Horan and Rob Kyle, we discuss the cursed masks of Silver Shamrock, the bizarre mix of witchcraft and sci-fi, and why this Myers-less sequel was reviled in 1982 but has since earned a loyal cult following.
To pair with the film, we’re sipping on Door County Coffee’s Autumn Spice, a nostalgic, cinnamon-clove seasonal blend that warms up the chilly vibes of this VHS-era oddity.
📚 Research & Sources
Den of Geek – Halloween III: The Inside Story of a Cult Classic (2022)
https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/halloween-iii-season-of-the-witch-the-inside-story-of-a-cult-classic
CinemaBlend – I Understand Why Halloween III Was Hated Upon Release, But Here’s Why I Wish It Became a Hit (2025)
https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/i-understand-why-halloween-iii-was-hated-upon-release-but-heres-why-i-wish-it-became-a-hit
Wikipedia – Halloween III: Season of the Witch (Production, Reception, Legacy)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween_III:_Season_of_the_Witch
Roger Ebert – Original 1982 review of Halloween III
https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/halloween-iii-season-of-the-witch-1982
The New York Times (Vincent Canby) – 1982 Review
https://www.nytimes.com/1982/10/22/movies/film-halloween-iii-a-sequel.html
Door County Coffee – Company History & Autumn Spice blend
https://doorcountycoffee.com/our-story
https://doorcountycoffee.com/autumn-spice
Door County Coffee Wholesale – Bean Grading & Roasting Info
https://doorcountycoffeewholesale.com/about-us
☕ Coffee Pairing
Door County Coffee – Autumn Spice
Medium roast flavored coffee with cinnamon, nutmeg, and spice.
Limited seasonal release, available each fall.
https://doorcountycoffee.com/autumn-spice
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