Retro Blood 150: Day of the Dead (1985)

On Episode 150 of Retro Blood, hosts James Kline and J. A. Alison close out From the Grave month with a deep dive into George A. Romero's 1985 classic, Day of the Dead. Kicking things off with some Alien Romulus (2024) spoilers, the hosts then share their thoughts on Day of the Dead, discussing its impact on the horror genre and how it influenced The Walking Dead TV series. James also reveals his love for the ruthless character Rhodes.

In this week’s history segment, the guys explore what was happening in pro wrestling and metal music around July 19, 1985, when the film was released. They break down a TNT show featuring managers vying for the services of "Macho Man" Randy Savage and highlight the underground thrash punk band Sacrilege and their debut album, Behind the Realms of Madness.

The episode also delves into the backstory of Day of the Dead, including how the original 200-page script was trimmed down to just 85 pages due to budget cuts. The hosts discuss the film's lasting impact on the zombie genre, the numerous remakes and sequels it inspired, and even the comic book spin-off featuring Bub the Zombie.

As they dive into the full review, James channels his inner Rhodes with some memorable speech reenactments, while the hosts praise the incredible gore effects by the legendary Tom Savini, which earned him an award for makeup. They also discuss Sarah as a strong female lead, the villainous duo of Rhodes and Steel, and how The Walking Dead borrowed from this zombie masterpiece.

Join Retro Blood for a gruesome and thrilling discussion of one of Romero's finest works!

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