The episode opening shows Smithers putting up some Halloween decorations for Mr Burns.
Decorations are an important aspect of Halloween because they create the perfect atmosphere to celebrate. Some of the typical decorations include (http://www.livescience.com/16677-halloween-superstitions-traditions.html):
- Black cats: They are considered symbols of bad luck. Besides, when witch-hunting was popular, they were killed along with their pets because they were regarded as their "familiars".
- Jack-O-Lanterns: You must remember the story of Jack, who was not accepted nor in Heaven, nor in Hell andwho has been condemned to wander around the Earth.
- Bats: These animals were "familiars" too, and seeing them flying over a house was regarded as an ominous sign because it meant that somebody was going to die in there. However, if the bat entered the house, it was said that the ghost had let it in and that the house would be haunted. Mr Burns seems to prefer this decoration!
- Spider: If you happen to see a spider on Halloween, you can be sure that a deceased loved one is watching over you, at least that's what superstition says.
- Cauldrons: According to Celtic folklore, cauldrons represented the Earth mother's womb and witches stirred them to allow the souls in them to reincarnate and to let new souls enter the cauldron!
- Witch's broomsticks: We have already seen Marge and her sisters use this means of transport.
In any case, Mr Burs doesn't only have decorative intentions, he actually wants to frighten visitors away. To the Simpsons' misfortune, he succeeds.
We share we you a couple of ideas to make some marvellous Halloween crafts. Choose your favourite and put it up! http://spoonful.com/halloween/best-halloween-decorations-gallery-
As for the rest of the episode, the stories are not related to Halloween and are nothing but horror stories. The episode is good but we expected to have more material to analyse, maybe next time.
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