Romero also directed other films such as The Crazies (1973), Creepshow (1982), Monkey Shines (1988), and Land of the Dead (2005). The film was a major success and spawned several sequels, including Dawn of the Dead (1978) and Day of the Dead (1985). His first major success came with 1968’s Night of the Living Dead, which focused on a group of people trapped in a rural farmhouse who battle against hordes of flesh-eating zombies. His success helped him gain the title "The Godfather of Horror," and he is credited for inspiring and influencing countless other filmmakers throughout time. – Digging Up the Dead – The Lost Films of George A.As one of the most well-known names in horror, George Romero has been directing cult classic zombie movies since the early 1960s. – Brand new interviews with actors Judith Ridley and Richard Ricci, producer Russ Streiner and – sound recordist Gary Streiner – Brand new audio commentary by Travis Crawford – Brand new 2K restoration from the original negative – Limited Edition 60-page booklet featuring new writing on the films – Reversible sleeves for each film featuring original and newly-commissioned artwork by Gilles Vranckx – English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing – High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) and Standard DVD presentations The Crazies (aka Code Name: Trixie, 1973): A small rural town finds itself in the grip of an infection which sends its hosts into a violent, homicidal frenzy. Season of the Witch (aka Jack’s Wife, 1972) : Joan Mitchell is a bored housewife whose dissatisfaction with her humdrum life leads to an unhealthy interest in the occult. And now, Arrow Video has compiled these three pictures in a stunning 6-disc, limited edition set, due out October 24th. Three films from the late, legendary director that prove that although he might have defined zombie cinema, it didn’t define him. There’s Always Vanilla, Season of the Witch, and The Crazies, made between Night of the Living Dead and Dawn of the Dead, showcase the extraordinary versatility and dynamism of this irreplaceable American auteur.
Romero’s Dead Films Rankedīut in the context of his filmography, there are a slew of fine films George made in the 1970s post- Night of the Living Dead that are flawed, fascinating and essential pieces of his cinematic journey. And on top of that, he was a sweet, kind, funny, intelligent and humble human being whose company I will forever miss.
Romero, a filmmaker that altered the course of the contemporary horror film but who also fully embodied the independent cinema spirit. This writer is still reeling from the loss of the great George A. Romero’s most interesting films and packs them with extras New box set from Arrow Video compiles three of George A.
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