Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood continues Evil Spirit Month with the revenge-fueled VHS cult oddity Necromancer.
We kick things off with our quick thoughts on the film, discussing the late-’80s wave of revenge horror and the role of Elizabeth Kaitan. The guys also debate how this movie might have been even crazier if it had someone like Christopher Walken playing the mysterious necromancer.
In our Weekly History Segment, we rewind to March 12, 1988 to look at what was happening in wrestling and metal around the film’s release. James talks about the legendary Kerry Von Erich and the wild world of late ’80s Texas wrestling, while Alison dives into progressive metal history with Dream Theater and their debut album When Dream and Day Unite, discussing the early formation of one of prog metal’s most influential bands.
From there we dig into the behind-the-scenes story of the film, including director Dusty Nelson and writer William T. Naud, the low-budget production, and why this kind of supernatural revenge story was perfect for the booming VHS horror market of the late ’80s. We also talk about the cast, the gritty tone of the film, and what the filmmakers were trying to accomplish with its mix of occult horror and exploitation revenge themes.
Finally, we deliver a full breakdown of the movie, covering the dark story of revenge through black magic, the creepy theater teacher, the glowing demon necromancer effects, and the parade of terrible guys who make perfect targets for supernatural payback. Along the way we discuss the film’s weird characters, including the awkward occult-obsessed nerd who brings the demonic revenge plan to life.
It’s another deep dive into strange VHS-era horror as Retro Blood explores one of the darker supernatural revenge films of the late ’80s. 👁️🔥
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