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George A. Romero’s Night of the Living Dead

Mutantville at Carolina Theatre

Streebo, Dave and Jason prepare for the screening of Devil Comes Down!

As many of you know, our short film “Devil Comes Down” was shown before the early screening of George A. Romero’s newest film “Survival of the Dead” a while back. After the screening of “Survival of the Dead,” a 35mm version of “Night of the Living Dead” was shown at the Carolina Theatre in Durham. It was great to see this on the big screen.

During the Light Factory’s “American Zombie Festival” in 2009, I was able to hear Mr. Romero speak about the making of “Night of the Living Dead” the night of the screening. I also attended a seminar with Streebo. There were many stories that all filmmakers can relate with. Most of these are about overcoming obstacles and adversities (which is useful in life in general of course).  It was very inspirational to hear he started from humble beginnings as well and above all else…..Finish it (referring to the film you’re working on).

As far as “Night of the Living Dead,” I enjoy that he uses a lot of emotion to pull the cast apart as opposed to many movies that are just chase films with no emotional attachment to the characters. There are some movies (I won’t name names…ah ah ah choothe New Friday the 13thooo…excuse me) that has tons of what’s the word….douchey characters that you could care less about. This movie you have someone to pull for and for the time period, it’s not the one that was probably politically correct.

In honor of getting to see this in 35mm on the big screen, here are some interesting articles about “Night of the Living Dead.”

Night of the Living Dead (1968) Movie Review by SpookshowStudios

Night of the Living Dead represents the end of a lot of things. It was the last truly great black and white horror film, released at a time when most horror films were moving to full, vivid color starting with The Curse of Frankenstein …

Publish Date: 05/01/2010 3:32

http://www.horror-movies.ca/horror_reviews_8206.htm

Night of the Living Dead 3D (2006) Movie Review | BeyondHollywood

Such is the case of Jeff Broadstreet’s dodgy 2006 reimagining “Night of the Living Dead 3D”, a film that boldly attempts to combine two of Hollywood’s latest trends: three-dimensional technology and remakes. …

Publish Date: 03/29/2010 10:56

http://www.beyondhollywood.com/night-of-the-living-dead-3d-2006-movie-review/

Review: Night of the Living Dead Reanimated | ZombieChatter.com

Night of the Living Dead: Reanimated review, trailer, pics and general feel around this art-house project.

Publish Date: 05/07/2010 9:35

http://www.zombiechatter.com/2010/05/07/review-night-of-the-living-dead-reanimated/

13: NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD In Living Color!!

So, git ready for big surprise, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD… IN COLOR!! Something different on Tabonga Birfday Special 2010, mostly you can just relax and enjoy these wild an’ crazy color stills from this awesome classic-classic, …

Publish Date: 03/17/2010 14:32

http://monstermoviemusic.blogspot.com/2010/03/night-of-living-dead-in-color.html

Here is the Trailer:

Night Of The Living Dead Trailer

Screening July 12, 2008 at Coney Island. www.coneyisland.com

Interview with Zombie Guru George A. Romero

In this clip www.WatchMojo.com sits down with film director and Zombie guru George A. Romero to talk about his long and legendary career.

George Romero Masters of Horror

Interview with George A. Romero on the masters of horror tv show

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More “G.H.O.S.T.” Casting News: Davis Osborne Accepts Role In “G.H.O.S.T.”

MVP and Mutantville.com are proud to announce the addition of Charlotte-based actor Davis Osborne to the already stellar cast of “G.H.O.S.T.”  Davis joins Dave Tunik on the set this weekend.  He will play the part of “Joshua” in the first of a series of new scenes introducing the eponymous ghost hunting team in “G.H.O.S.T.’

Davis has appeared in a multiplicity of productions in and around the Charlotte area – including “Pursuit”, “Tolerance”, and the award winning short film “Chekov’s Children” by director Robert Fillion.

Davis initially auditioned for “G.H.O.S.T.” at the casting call back in August of ’09 – but  was unable to accept a role at the time due to schedule conflicts.  Director J.T. McRoberts states, “I was very impressed with Davis’ auditions.  Davis quite literally blew us away with his reading.  I was always disappointed that we weren’t able to align our schedules to allow him to join us at the time.  As soon as I started reading through the new scenes and thinking of the talent in the area – Davis’ name immediately sprung to mind.  I reached out to him about participating and he graciously accepted.”

Davis’ philosophy on acting is proudly displayed on his website where he states, “every character . . . ever written, has an emotion to convey . . . to evoke in the silent bystander . . . the one in the shadows . . . the viewer.  Pity. . .hate. . .fear. . .lust. . .love. . .concern.  It is my job as the actor to search deep inside of me. . . . and find the parts of my human nature that I can use and magnify to deliver more than a performance. . .”

Posted 1 year, 11 months ago at 3:14 pm.

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