Little Lunch: The Halloween Horror Story is a family-friendly, Australian comedy film that was released in 2016. It is based on a popular children's book series written by Danny Katz and illustrated by Mitch Vane. The movie stars Flynn Curry, Olivia Deeble, Madison Lu, and Oisin O'Leary. The story takes place during the Halloween season at a suburban Australian primary school. The young students of this school are eagerly preparing for Halloween day, with a variety of different costumes and decorations. However, their excitement is soon interrupted by a series of strange and inexplicable events.
A group of six students - Atticus (Flynn Curry), Melanie (Olivia Deeble), Tamara (Madison Lu), Rory (Oisin O'Leary), Debra-Jo (Faith Seci), and Battie (Joshua Sitch) - are eating their lunch on the school grounds when they notice that something is not quite right. Strange noises can be heard coming from a nearby shed, and the group decides to investigate.
What they find is a mysterious, creepy creature that appears to be a Halloween decoration come to life. The creature chases the kids back to their classroom, where the story only gets weirder and more terrifying. As the day goes on, the students experience more and more bizarre occurrences, each one scarier than the last.
Despite their fear, however, the students remain clever and resourceful, using their knowledge of Halloween and their creativity to fight back against the strange forces that are haunting their school. Along the way, they also learn valuable lessons about bravery, friendship, and the power of facing your fears head-on.
Throughout the movie, the performances of the young actors are impressive, with each student bringing their own unique personality and sense of humor to the film. A standout among the group is Flynn Curry as Atticus, whose quick wit and bravery makes him a natural leader for the group.
The film's visual style is also worth noting, as it relies heavily on bright colors, imaginative costumes, and larger-than-life Halloween imagery. The filmmakers clearly had a lot of fun creating the over-the-top world of the movie, and it's infectious for the audience.
Overall, Little Lunch: The Halloween Horror Story is a delightful and spooky film that is perfect for families looking for a fun Halloween-themed movie. It's charming, silly, and just scary enough to give viewers a thrill without being too intense for younger audiences. For fans of the books, the movie is a faithful adaptation that captures the spirit of the original stories perfectly.
