Thank you Roger for Everything

Hollywood mentor and king
of the B-movie

Roger Corman

1926-2024

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Y’all, gather ’round for a tale of holiday horror with a dash of cult classic ambition that just might’ve flown under the radar. We’re talkin’ about a film that aimed to carve its niche into the holiday-themed horror scene, but for some reason, it didn’t sit too well with the critics. Now, I can’t fathom why, ’cause it’s got all the makings of a gem in my eyes.

The flick tried juggling a whole lot, including a subplot featuring a televangelist that could make you chuckle or shake your head in disbelief. William Mcamera, bless his heart, plays Jake Mulligan, a character who’s got that Prosperity Gospel preacher vibe down pat. It’s like he studied those Dallas-based televangelists to get into character. Mcamera, a true workhorse in the acting world, first caught folks’ attention in ’87 with Dario Argento’s “Opera,” and he’s been captivating audiences ever since.

Now, amidst all the horror and dark comedy, the film weaves in some fascinating history about Easter and bunny rabbits, of all things. Turns out, rabbits have been symbols of rebirth since the Neolithic times. Can you believe that? Buried with a rabbit meant you were hoping for a second go-round in life. By the time the Romans rolled around, rabbits were sacred to Aphrodite, representing unquenchable desire. So, tying rabbits to Easter? It’s all about death, rebirth, and desires that just won’t quit.

In a nutshell, this flick might’ve been aiming for the stars, trying to blend horror, humor, and a bit of history into one. It may not have hit the mark for everyone, but if you ask me, it’s got all the fixins of a cult classic, just waiting for the right crowd to give it the appreciation it deserves. So, if you’re in the mood for something a little different this Easter, why not give this misunderstood masterpiece a shot?

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