Solid directing and real human emotion make this Halloween episode of American Horror Story memorable.

It almost goes without saying thatAmerican Horror Storythrives during the Halloween season.

Having said that, tonights episode really impressed me, but mostly from a directorial standpoint.

Our Michael Myers surrogate is Twisty the Clown, who like Mike, stalks his prey in the daylight.

The show also succeeded tonight at providing a genuine, human story.

Seeing her relive her shame was a real dramatic moment not tied to any sort of shock or gimmick.

The gadget of delving into the freaks past might supply a solid formulaic base for the series.

Not that theyre short on characters stories to tell.

Roberts goes undercover as Maggie Esmeralda, a self-professed Fortune Teller who tricks Elsa into thinking shes legit.

Not only is thisAHS biggest set ever, it might also be their biggest ensemble as well.

Behind and in front of the camera, tonights episode was a striking success.

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Rating:

4.5 out of 5