Question 1

What extreme conditions did the crew endure while filming The Evil Dead?

Accepted Answer

The crew lived in the cabin set, sleeping in the same room without plumbing. They went days without showers, fell ill in freezing weather, and burned furniture to stay warm by production's end.

Question 2

How did Bruce Campbell help ensure The Evil Dead's theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

Bruce Campbell put up his family's Michigan property as collateral so Sam Raimi could finish the film and blow it up to 35mm for theatrical release, earning him a co-producer credit.

Question 3

What happened when the actors tried smoking real marijuana for a scene?

Accepted Answer

The original script called for characters to smoke marijuana while listening to a tape. The actors tried this for real, but their uncontrollable behavior forced the entire scene to be re-shot.

Question 4

What unusual production technique was used after most actors left during filming?

Accepted Answer

After most actors left post-winter 1979-1980 photography, the second half features Bruce Campbell and various stand-ins called 'Fake Shemps' to replace departed cast members.

Question 5

Which major film festivals featured The Evil Dead in 1982?

Accepted Answer

The Evil Dead was featured at both the Cannes Film Festival and BFI London Film Festival in 1982.

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