As a horror enthusiast with a soft spot for the chilling charm of Christmas-themed terrors, I find myself utterly captivated by Damien Leone’s work, particularly Terrifier 3. The masterful blend of holiday cheer and bone-chilling suspense is something that resonates deeply within me, reminding me of my own late-night viewings of Tales from the Crypt as a child.
In a week, you can catch Terrifier 3 on screens, and its creator, writer-director Damien Leone, has disclosed the Robert Zemeckis television episode that served as inspiration for his latest horror installment.
In September, the newest escapade of Art the Clown was unveiled at Fantastic Fest, receiving wide praise. Here’s a snippet from our Terrifier 3 review:
Given a larger budget, filmmaker Damien Leone expanded his creative scope significantly. The result is an exceptional slasher movie that promises to endure as a classic in the genre, placing its protagonist among the legendary ranks of Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers, and Jason Voorhees.
In a refreshing twist, the latest film unfolds during Christmas, featuring Art portraying a chilling Santa Claus persona while perpetrating gruesome acts. After the movie’s screening, Leone disclosed the particular episode from a horror television series that sparked his idea for this intriguing plotline.
Leone shares, “One type of horror story I really enjoy within the broader horror genre is Christmas horror. Specifically, the Tales from the Crypt short films that took place during the Christmas season.
I adore the version of ‘The Grinch’ directed by Robert Zemeckis in the 1990s, which is a modern take on the 1970s original. I appreciate them equally, as they both capture a unique blend of horror and Christmas spirit that resonates with me greatly. This balance was a significant influence.
In the context of their conversation, Leone mentioned a specific episode of Tales From the Crypt that was broadcast on June 10, 1989, entitled ‘And All Through the House.’ This story revolves around a woman who commits a murder, but then experiences fear as she encounters a mentally ill individual dressed up as Santa Claus.
This production features Larry Drake and Mary Ellen Trainor as the main characters, and it draws inspiration from a portion of the 1972 film “Tales from the Crypt,” specifically a scene where Joan Collins is menaced by a psychopath named Klaus.
During the same Q&A, Leone additionally shares the holiday horror film that served as inspiration for Terrifier 3. He notes, “Clearly, there are many references to Black Christmas in this movie.
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2024-10-01 13:18