As Halloween approaches, we are constantly confronted with all that scares us. Already, there have been plenty of creepy clowns and stabbing stalkers in theaters. However, there may be even more frightening things lurking out there in the world. For the eight children in Monos, that terrifying reality crashes down much more quickly than they would like. After all, their youth has not stopped them from carrying guns, from forming their own cult-like rituals, from taking drugs. But the situation becomes altogether more dangerous when they take a hostage. It is certainly a potent combination, ripe for cinematic drama. If you are looking for a different kind of fright this Halloween, Monos is currently showing at the State Theatre. Tickets can be bought online or at the box office ($8.50 with a student ID).
