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Are you a fan of the Mary Lambert Pet Sematary adaptation? I am! And I'm not alone. The above picture comes from Michael Shapcott, who explains that this is a picture of Gage and Church. . . as zombies. Nice!
It seems Pet Sematary has made a lasting impression on American culture.
If you're a fan of the Lambert film, GOOD NEWS! Chris Alexander at Fangoria has posted news that John Campopiano is making a documentary about the movie titled "UNEARTHED & UNTOLD: THE PATH TO PET SEMATARY."
Calling it the "most in-depth and comprehensive documentary on the making of Pet Sematary," Campopiano has already conducted over 24 interviews with cast, crew and Maine locals. Alexander notes in the Fangoria article that the majority of these people have not been previously interviewed on camera about their role.
Campopiano says,
“What we’re attempting to do is take a deeper look at the making of PET SEMATARY. What stories and memories do local Maine residents have of the production? How was the production documented in the local media (television, magazine, and newspaper stories)? What did the production do for Hancock County and the greater Maine communities? Our goal is to show the unique bridging of a relatively small Hollywood production with a small Maine community who continue to think highly of its involvement in the film. In addition to cast and crew memories, the local experiences of those in Maine, and the film’s portrayal in the local media, we’re also seeking to explore the legacy the film has established and how its core themes are being taught and explored in the film and academic worlds.”
The full Fangoria article is HERE
I hope it turns out well!
ReplyDeleteI'm wondering about the ambivalence involved. On the one hand, such films like Pet Semetary were a much needed shot in the arm for the loal economy and that's always appreciated. On the other hand, well, it's small town witha quiet life and I'm sure everyone likes it that way. I wonder what would happen if Maine suddenly got invaded by loud obnoxious Hollywood - New Yorker types.
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I think that's the reason King insisted on it being filmed in Maine.
ReplyDeleteSo it's not really about the movie itself but about where it was filmed? Eh, could be interesting, I guess.
ReplyDeleteSounds like it's a doc about both: the making of the film, as well as memories from Maine.
ReplyDeletehttps://www.facebook.com/UnearthedandUntold
ReplyDeleteOne of the most underrated, and underacclaimed horror films of the past 50 years! This is definitely one of my absolute favorites, and one of the few scary movies I wont watch alone at night! lol
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