Question 1

Why did director Fede Alvarez choose practical effects over CGI for the Evil Dead remake?

Accepted Answer

Director Fede Alvarez chose practical effects mainly as a tribute to what Sam Raimi achieved on a very limited budget with the original 1980 film.

Question 2

How much fake blood was reportedly used in the Evil Dead remake compared to the original?

Accepted Answer

Reports indicate the remake used 70,000 gallons of fake blood, with 50,000 gallons used for the final scene alone, compared to 200-300 gallons in the original.

Question 3

What was unusual about the shooting schedule for the Evil Dead remake?

Accepted Answer

95% of the film was shot in chronological order because the violence and bloodshed escalate throughout, allowing filmmakers to progressively add blood without worrying about continuity.

Question 4

How did Bruce Campbell initially react to the idea of an Evil Dead remake?

Accepted Answer

Bruce Campbell was the least enthusiastic about the remake initially, unhappy about passing on his iconic Ash role, but relented when he learned new characters would be featured and Ash wouldn't be recast.

Question 5

What festival premiered the Evil Dead remake in 2013?

Accepted Answer

The film premiered at the SXSW Film Festival in 2013.

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