The godfather of gore takes place at cinefamily in hollywood, ca on october 12th on a double feature bill with the gore classic, two thousand maniacs. Not rated 1h 46min documentary video 27 september 2011. Exploitation cinema legend herschell gordon lewis has been dubbed the godfather of gore by his fans and with good reason. He is often called the godfather of gore a title also given to lucio fulci, though his film career included works in a range of exploitation film genres including juvenile delinquent films, nudiecuties, two childrens films and at least. The filmmaker invented the gore movie with 1963s blood feast, and went on to give gorehounds other such bloodsoaked classics as two thousand maniacs. Herschell gordon lewis 1963 film maybe historically important in the history of horror gore films but it really is a struggle to get through. He was responsible for many classic genre movies such as the wizard of gore, blood feast, two thousand maniacs. Take an outrageous ride through the wild world of exploitation films with this oftenhilarious documentary, herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore. He is often called the godfather of gore a title also given to lucio fulci, though. Without a big budget, special effects team, or professional actors and crew members, herschell gordon lewis created films that he himself admits were trash. To say it was an honor for the gore 4 to meet the godfather of gore would be. Sep 26, 2016 we here at are terribly saddened to learn this morning that herschell gordon lewis, known to most horror fans affectionately as the godfather of gore, is no longer with us. Herschell gordon lewis blood feast, two thousand maniacs.
The godfather of gore traces lewis start in the innocent barenaked nudie cuties before he shocked the world with blood feast, the firstever gore film. Sep 26, 2016 its with a heavy heart that we report the death of herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore, who passed away at the age of 87. Lisa petrucci of something weird video posted the following on their facebook page this morning. Herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore, has died. Sep 26, 2016 lewis pioneered the horror genre in the 1960s known as the splatter film. Lewis and his crazy, crazy world of eploitaion films. John waters, joe bob briggs, herschell gordon lewis, frank. March 11, 2011 there are myriad reasons why the term torture porn never made sense and one of the most important is the irrevocable impact herschell gordon lewis s schlocky gore cinema had on. Sep 27, 2016 herschell gordon lewis, the horror filmmaker known as the godfather of gore, has died at the age of 87. The godfather of gore 1 hours and 46 minutes movie 2011 gory, gory, hallelujah. Herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore, has passed.
Herschell gordon lewis june 15, 1926 september 26, 2016 was an american filmmaker, best known for creating the splatter subgenre of horror films. Only one filmmaker can claim the title godfather of gore. The herschell gordan lewis documentary dvd dolby at. He directed films such as blood feast, the gruesome twosome and two thousand maniacs. Sep 17, 2015 without a big budget, special effects team, or professional actors and crew members, herschell gordon lewis created films that he himself admits were trash.
Scene from herschell gordon lewis 1963 blood feast this september horror and exploitation film fans mourned the death of the godfather of gore, herschell gordon lewis. Take an outrageous ride through this wild world of exploitation films with this thoroughly entertaining documentary, herschell gordon lewis the godfather of gore. Sep 26, 2016 beloved horror director herschell gordon lewis, who was affectionately known as the godfather of gore, has passed away at the age of 87. Lisa petrucci from something weird video, the company. Herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore and director of exploitation classics like blood feast, two thousand maniacs. Herschell gordon lewis 19292016, american filmmaker lucio fulci 19271996, italian film director, screenwriter, and actor. The godfather of gore film streaming ita altadefinizione hd. Take an outrageous ride through this wild world of exploitation films with this. Lewis, originally known as a producer of nudie pictures in the early 60s, became a horror trailblazer with 1963s blood feast, considered to be the first gore film. Horror filmmaker herschell gordon lewis, known as the godfather of gore for his bloody exploitation movies that launched the splatter genre in the 1960s with films such as bloo. Even though the title draws attention to his horror films, thedocumentary covers his entire career, which includes nudies,educational shorts and just about any genre that was going against. Herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore, has. Even though the title draws attention to his horror films, the documentary covers his entire career, which includes nudies, educational. Legendary cult filmmaker herschell gordon lewis unveiled his 37th feature film at octobers freak show horror film festival at the wyndham orlando resort lewis latest film, the uhoh show formerly grim fairy tale, was shown on sunday, october 11th at 3.
However, he soon became known as the godfather of gore for his gruesome and sometimes silly outings released throughout the 60s and 70s. Experience a decade of motionpicture madness with tons of clips, rare outtakes, and testimony from the people who were there as herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore leaves you laughing and screaming. Almost totally inept on every level, acting is of primary school standard even that maybe stretching it a bit, writing is very poor and although it was his first major effort lewis doesnt inspire much. The godfather of gore 2010 12 out of 4 very good documentary from director frank henenlotter basket casetaking a look at the career of cult filmmaker herschell gordon lewis. Yet, while gordon s softcore porn the adventures of lucky pierre and heavyduty gore the gruesome twosome were never blockbuster films, they were popular drivein fare in the sixties and seventies. Lewis then continued to assault audiences with an audacious. Herschell gordon lewis, godfather of gore film the guardian. Until herschell gordon lewis came along, cowboys died like cowards and vampires acted like flirts. On lewis career, allmovie wrote, with his better known gore films, herschell gordon. Herschell gordon lewis, a horror icon long known as the godfather of gore, has passed away of unspecified causes at 87.
Sep 26, 2016 horror filmmaker herschell gordon lewis, known as the godfather of gore for his bloody exploitation movies that launched the splatter genre in the 1960s with films such as bloo. Herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore, has died at 87. Sep 26, 2016 herschell gordon lewis, the socalled godfather of gore who is widely credited with inventing the splatter subgenre, has died. Author randy palmer lovingly accounts, in great detail, the behindthescenesongoings of lewis 3 dozen plus films. Blood feast director herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore passed away at the age of 87 a few days ago from, below is the masters mini bio. The postmodern gore film had its innovatorsits elvis and its beatlesand these. Godfather of gore herschell gordon lewis celebrated in 35mm. Also sign me up for fanmail to get updates on all things movies. The godfather of gore 2010 john waters, joe bob briggs and frank henenlotter are among those interviewed in a career overview of exploitationfilm titan herschell gordon. Herschell gordon lewis, the horror filmmaker known as the godfather of gore, has died at the age of 87. Jan 29, 2015 to celebrate the appearance of one of the genres greatest names on the calling hours horror podcast next week 23 at 8 pm est, i am going to remind the old school fans and educate the newer generation to the films of the godfather of gore herschell gordon lewis, the innovator of the gore film. Even though the title draws attention to his horror films, the documentary covers his entire career, which includes nudies, educational shorts and just about any genre that was going.
Oct 05, 2016 blood feast director herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore passed away at the age of 87 a few days ago. Featuring cult director john waters, drivein movie critic joe bob briggs, herschell gordon lewis himself and a cast of thousands, youll witness the innocent bare. Herschell gordon lewis june 15, 1926 september 26, 2016 was an american filmmaker. He was best known for innovating the splatter subgenre with 1963. Its with a heavy heart that we report the death of herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore, who passed away at the age of 87. Lewis pioneered the horror genre in the 1960s known as the splatter film. Godfather of gore herschell gordon lewis unveils new. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing herschell gordon lewis. Experience a decade of motionpicture madness with tons of clips, rare outtakes, and testimony from the people who were there as herschell gordon lewis, the godfather of gore leaves you laughing and. Apr 27, 2010 cohost priscilla interviews horror legend filmmaker herschell gordon lewis. The gore 4 was fortunate to meet the man himself last year at chiller theatre in parsippany, new jersey, where we got herschell to sign a bluray copy of his 70s double feature. Sep 03, 2009 h es 80 this year, but herschell gordon lewis is still the living, breathing, marvellously jovial and effervescent originator of the american splattermovie and presiding genius of the skinflick. Ronald grant archive h es 80 this year, but herschell gordon lewis. His final film, herschell gordon lewis bloodmania, is set to be released next year.
Godfather of gore herschell gordon lewis celebrated in 35mm retrospective marathon screening. Lewis was the king of exploitation film making in the 1960s. Phelim oneill pays tribute to the undisputed godfather of gore fri 27 jul 2001 20. The godfather of gore guarda film con sottotitoli in italiano gratuitamente. Godfather of gore is an absolute must read for fans of h. Cohost priscilla interviews horror legend filmmaker herschell gordon lewis. Explore the career of the filmmaker responsible for inventing the modern gore film in this documentary featuring interviews with such ardent fans and followers as pink flamingoes director john waters and famed drivein movie critic joe bob briggs.
That peculiar but apt identification seems to be the exclusive property of herschell gordon lewis. March 11, 2011 there are myriad reasons why the term torture porn never made sense and one of the most important is the irrevocable impact herschell gordon lewiss schlocky gore cinema had on. Herschell gordon lewis, the socalled godfather of gore who is widely credited with inventing the splatter subgenre, has died. Sep 27, 2011 directed by frank henenlotter, jimmy maslon. Sep 26, 2016 herschell gordon lewis, a horror icon long known as the godfather of gore, has passed away of unspecified causes at 87. Featuring interviews with cast, crew, and critics such as director john waters, drivein movie critic joe bob briggs, and. No reason for his passing has yet been released but we. In 1963, director herschell gordon lewis pulled a cows tongue out of an actress mouth on camera, and in doing so, changed the landscape of horror cinema forever. Jul 27, 2001 until herschell gordon lewis came along, cowboys died like cowards and vampires acted like flirts. Beloved horror director herschell gordon lewis, who was affectionately known as the godfather of gore, has passed away at the age of 87. With an unusual background that included teaching english. Rip cult movie director herschell gordon lewis, the. Sep 23, 2011 take an outrageous ride through this wild world of exploitation films with this thoroughly entertaining documentary, herschell gordon lewis the godfather of gore. There are myriad reasons why the term torture porn never made sense and one of the most important is the irrevocable impact herschell gordon lewis s schlocky gore cinema had on american movies.