"Creepshow" is a horror anthology film from 1982, directed by George A. Romero and written by Stephen King. Here's a rundown of the movie's story and some fun facts about its production and legacy.
The Story:
"Creepshow" is made up of five segments, all of which are inspired by the horror comics of the 1950s, such as "Tales from the Crypt" and "The Vault of Horror." Each segment is introduced and concluded by a wraparound story featuring a young boy named Billy (played by Stephen King's son, Joe King) who is punished by his abusive father for reading horror comics.
The five segments are:
"Father's Day": In which a wealthy patriarch is killed by his daughter on Father's Day, only to return as a vengeful zombie seeking revenge.
"The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill": In which a dim-witted farmer (played by Stephen King) discovers a meteorite on his land that begins to grow on everything it touches.
"Something to Tide You Over": In which a jealous husband (played by Leslie Nielsen) traps his cheating wife and her lover on a beach, and watches as the tide slowly comes in to drown them.
"The Crate": In which a college professor discovers an old crate under a staircase, and finds that it contains a monster that he hopes to use to get rid of his overbearing wife.
"They're Creeping Up on You!": In which a wealthy and germophobic businessman is trapped in his sealed apartment during a power outage, only to be tormented by swarms of cockroaches.
Fun Facts:
"Creepshow" was directed by George A. Romero, who is best known for creating the zombie genre with "Night of the Living Dead" and its sequels.
The film was written by Stephen King, who was a huge fan of horror comics as a child and drew inspiration from them for the film's stories.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Leslie Nielsen, Ted Danson, and Hal Holbrook.
The film's distinctive comic book-style look was achieved through the use of bold colors and comic book-style panels and transitions.
The film's score was composed by John Harrison, who had previously worked with Romero on "Dawn of the Dead" and would later go on to compose scores for "Tales from the Darkside" and "Dune."
The film was a critical and commercial success upon its release, and has since become a cult classic and a beloved entry in the horror genre.
In 1987, a sequel titled "Creepshow 2" was released, which featured three segments instead of five. A third film, "Creepshow 3," was released in 2006, but was not directed by Romero or written by King, and was poorly received by critics and fans alike.
Legacy:
"Creepshow" remains a beloved entry in the horror genre, thanks to its unique blend of scares and humor, its distinctive visual style, and its iconic score. The film's influence can be seen in later horror anthologies, such as "Tales from the Crypt" and "Masters of Horror," and it continues to inspire new generations of horror fans.
If you're a fan of horror anthologies or just classic horror in general, "Creepshow" is definitely worth checking out. Its blend of scares, humor, and nostalgia make it a fun and thrilling ride from start to finish.
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