Episode 84 : The Evil Dead (1981)

A low budget horror film becoming a massive success is almost unheard of. When it evolves into a cultural phenomenon, its called Sam Raimi’s THE EVIL DEAD (1981). With its blood-spattered intensity, ingenuity & masterful achievements in resourceful filmmaking, this picture had a brutal, exhausting road to tread. Now entering its 40th year of existence, it’s clear this film will never die. //**Discussions include**// Evolution of high school film hobbyists gaining experience into full-on filmmakers, plus Raimi’s first short films; inspirations, intended purpose & research behind the concept of EVIL DEAD; financing, establishing Renaissance Pictures & commitment to professionalism; assembling the cast, grueling conditions, production challenges & cheats; filming techniques, visuals & special effects; the film’s score, release, reception, sequels, 2013 reboot & everlasting legacy. Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Betsy Baker, Teresa Tilly & Richard DeManincor star in THE EVIL DEAD (1981). Directed by Sam Raimi. //***Picks of the Week***// Lindsay’s Pick: DARKMAN (1990). Liam Neeson, Frances McDormand, Larry Drake. /// Directed by Sam Raimi. Justin’s Pick: THE GIFT (2000). Cate Blanchett, Giovannni Ribisi, Keanu Reeves, Katie Holmes, Greg Kinnear, Hilary Swank. /// Directed by Sam Raimi. //***MurrayMoment***// Diving deep into the Tennessee woods, we compare EVIL DEAD’s Ash to the elements of death faced in GET LOW, a film starring Bill, plus his thoughts on the subject. Plus, a Tennessee-MurrayMoment mystery! //***Final Thoughts on THE EVIL DEAD.***// —Next Episode: RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981)!— //Please rate, review & subscribe. //Complete Episode Archive, Videos & Store: www.dontpushpausepodcast.com //Follow & Subscribe on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & YouTube. //Questions? Comments? Email us: [email protected] //Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders Be Kind and Rewatch! // October 26, 2021