Rob Zombie recently answered questions submitted by his many fans regarding his upcoming remake the classic "Halloween".

"Halloween" is due in theaters on August 31, 2007. The movie is Zombie's third feature film as a director after 2003's "House of 1000 Corpses" and 2005's "The Devil's Rejects".

The following is a question-and-answer session with Rob Zombie, as posted on the official "Halloween" MySpace page:

Q: Is Jamie Lee Curtis going to pop up in it somewhere either as a cameo or a small role?

Rob Zombie: No, Jamie Lee Curtis does not appear in the film. Obviously I think she is great, but I also thought her presence would break the reality of this new film.

Q: Does John Carpenter have anything to do with the new movie?

Rob Zombie: No, other than wishing me well with the project John does not have any involvement.

Q: Instead of having Danielle Harris play Annie was there any thought of having her play Laurie?

Rob Zombie: No, Danielle never wanted to play Laurie. She has always been a fan of the original Annie character and wanted to create the new Annie.

Q: How much, if any, CGI was used in the film making process?

Rob Zombie: There are no CGI effects used in this film at all. Everything is an "old-school"-style gag.

Q: I know that "A Clockwork Orange" is one of your favorite movies. How did you approach Malcolm McDowell and what was it like to work with him?

Rob Zombie: I am a huge fan of Malcolm, and yes, "A Clockwork Orange" is my favorite film. Malcolm was a total blast to work with. He gave a 100% every day and has created a fresh version of Loomis that is going to blow you guys away. We really get to know Loomis and follow his journey.

Q: How has the instant feedback of forums, such as MySpace or message boards in general, influenced you as a director? Do the likes or the dislikes of your fanbase influenced your decisions?

Rob Zombie: No. As a director, you have to hold strong your vision. That is the only way something special can happen. "Too many cooks in the kitchen" is a recipe for disaster. I love the fans, but unfortunately the fans are usually basing their opinions on rumors and false information spread online.

Q: I understand that you filmed on some of the same streets as the original; will any of the houses from the original appear in your film at all?

Rob Zombie: Yes, I filmed in Pasadena in and around some of the same locations. In a few scenes you can see some of the famous houses in the background.

Q: Did you get to work with any other folks who worked on the original "Halloween"? How conscious are you with regard to recreating how the movie is photographed?

Rob Zombie: No, I didn't speak to anyone. As far as the photography I didn't try to recreate the look of the original. This movie has to stand as a fresh film not a copy.

Q: Any plans for sequels? Where would you want to take the franchise?

Rob Zombie: I'm sure if the movie does well they will make a sequel. I have no plans to be involved.

Q: Why did you choose "Halloween" to re-create? There were so many other films, why "Halloween"?

Rob Zombie: I didn't choose "Halloween". "Halloween" chose me.