"More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead" on Blu-ray from NSM Records is an essential documentary for horror fans and cinephiles alike. This comprehensive retrospective dives deep into the making of the cult classic "The Return of the Living Dead," featuring interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and rare insights from cast and crew. The film explores how this 1985 zombie comedy became a genre-defining hit, blending humor with gore in a way that influenced countless films after it. NSM Records is renowned for its high-quality releases of cult classics and genre films, providing collectors with meticulously restored editions packed with bonus content.
Key participants include director Dan O'Bannon, celebrated for his work as screenwriter on "Alien" (1979) and director of "The Return of the Living Dead." Cast members like Clu Gulager ("The Last Picture Show"), James Karen ("Poltergeist," "Wall Street"), Don Calfa ("Weekend at Bernie's"), Beverly Randolph, Thom Mathews ("Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives") bring their unique perspectives to this documentary. Their collective experience spans decades in Hollywood, contributing to some of cinema's most memorable moments.
This was a nice surprise. Although it was included with some versions of Return of the Living Dead, my copy did not include this documentary. As a fan of that movie since I saw it in the theater decades ago, I found it nice to learn more about the filming of the movie. The interviews with cast and crew are very informative.