They are new killers (or killer) with each new installment – yet, the voice remains the same due to the genius plot device of the voice changer Ghostface uses to mask their true identity. Like all of the aforementioned characters, there simply is no Ghostface without Jackson’s captivating performance.Īs we all know, Ghostface isn’t the same person who keeps coming back to kill more young and hip people every sequel.
Jackson has been blessing us with his vocal performance as Ghostface since the very beginning, cementing the character as a new horror icon right out of the gate.
There is one slasher character as equally recognizable for how they look as well as how they sound: Ghostface. Who is Freddy Krueger without Robert Englund’s distinctive cadence? Is there a Chucky if Brad Dourif hasn’t been knocking it out of the park as the stabby little bastard for over 30 years? There is no Jason Voorhees without Harry Manfredini’s iconic “ki ki ki ma ma ma.” Entire generations can’t even look at the ocean without hearing the all-time classic Jaws theme conducted by John Williams. There is no Michael Myers without John Carpenter’s legendary score. Horror icons are often associated with not just with the visual, but also with the auditory. He asks you: “What’s your favorite scary movie?” On the other end of the line a friendly, yet provocative voice answers back. You’re making a snack before you sit down to watch a spooky movie.
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