Sam Raimi's Horror Classic, THE EVIL DEAD, Makes the Leap to 4K Ultra HD on October 9th!

"THE EVIL DEAD" RETURNS IN YET ANOTHER NEW HOME VIDEO RELEASE! 

Egads! I have purchased the entirety of the EVIL DEAD franchise in various formats over the years, and it looks like I may end up doing it again! Raimi's classic original makes its debut on 4K Ultra HD, though it is far from being a definitive release. I guess that means that we'll eventually get a "Deluxe Edition" that is packed with extras, and most likely a 4K release of EVIL DEAD II in the near future!

Synopsis: THE EVIL DEAD, director Sam Raimi’s (DARKMAN, THE QUICK AND THE DEAD, ARMY OF DARKNESS) first feature film, is a true cult classic in every sense of the word. Originally released in 1982, THE EVIL DEAD tells the tale of a group of friends who go to a cabin in the woods, where they encounter an unspeakable evil lurking in the forest. They find the Necronomicon Ex Mortus ("The Book of the Dead"), and the taped translation of the text.

Once the tape is played, the evil is released. One by one, the teens become deadly zombies. With only one remaining (Bruce Campbell - Ash vs. Evil Dead, BUBBA HO-TEP, MANIAC COP), it is up to him to survive the night and battle THE EVIL DEAD.

Disc Specs:
Not Rated | Color | 85 minutes | Region A
Video - 2160p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - English 5.1 Dolby TrueHD

Extras:

• Audio Commentary with writer-director Sam Raimi, producer Robert Tapert, and star Bruce Campbell!

While I'm sure many fans will snap up this release, I'm sure that some will be disappointed by the lack of an original Mono audio track, and dearth of special features. Still, the draw of seeing THE EVIL DEAD in twice the resolution of its previous Blu-ray release is hard to pass up, especially since this disc only costs between $16 - $18! You can order a copy of this 4K Ultra HD release now from AMAZON, BULLMOOSE, or DIABOLIK DVD!

Celebrate H.P. Lovecraft's 125th Birthday this August at NecronomiCon!

It seems like conventions are popping up everywhere these days, and here is yet another one. However, unlike many of the rest, this one has a really specific, and special purpose: To celebrate the birthday (and the literary works) of Howard Phillips Lovecraft!

In my best Richard Attenborough voice: "Welcome, to NecronomiCon Providence 2015!

From August 20th to the 23rd, join fellow Lovecraft fans at the Biltmore and Omni hotels in downtown Providence, Rhode Island, to celebrate the legendary author's 125th birthday!

About NecronomiCon 2015:
The countdown is on and passes are selling fast for NecronomiCon Providence 2015! With Lovecraft’s hometown of Providence as a backdrop, this four-day event will serve as a tribute to his influential writing, as well as the city’s celebrated culture and history. This year’s convention coincides with the 125th anniversary of Lovecraft’s birth in 1890, and organizers are busy coordinating citywide festivities to commemorate the grand occasion.

H.P. Lovecraft is often considered the father of supernatural horror fiction. Many authors and filmmakers, from Stephen King to Guillermo del Toro, point to Lovecraft as a primary inspiration for their own work. Although there are several Lovecraft events held around the world, only NecronomiCon Providence has the unique distinction of taking place in Lovecraft’s city. “Lovecraft was born here and lived most of his life here. Only visitors to Providence can experience firsthand the narrow streets and fabled architecture that shaped the author’s particular style of storytelling, a unique blend of cosmic horror and science fantasy known as weird fiction,” says Niels Hobbs, director of NecronomiCon.

NecronomiCon Providence 2015 is anticipated to be the largest gathering of H.P. Lovecraft devotees ever assembled, including prominent Lovecraft scholars, celebrated authors, filmmakers, and artists. The festivities officially commence on Lovecraft’s birthday, Thursday, August 20, kicking off four days of panel discussions, walking tours, academic talks, author readings, film screenings, art exhibits, Lovecraftian gaming, specialty merchants, a costume ball, concerts, and other happenings, some of which will be accessible to the general public.

To view the complete schedule and lineup of special guests, and to purchase convention passes via credit card or PayPal, go to necronomicon-providence.com.

Once again, the event kicks off on the weekend of August 20th - 23rd, so request those days off, get your ticket, and revel in the wonderfully bizarre world of HP Lovecraft!