The first in the pumpkinhead franchise, a sequel, entitled pumpkinhead ii. In this movie, thrillseeking teens resurrect a demon and come to regret it. Block, also responsible for producing john carpenters 2010 outing the ward, spoke of his love for the original film. Pumpkinhead lifesize pumpkinhead replica movie prop. And harley, the father who is the real hero and villian of the film is much more human than his actions would suggest. The first in the pumpkinhead franchise, it was followed by a directtovideo sequel, two tv film sequels, and a comic book series. This 1989 vhs release with the painted cover, the first home video release of this film i suspect, is far superior to later, photo covers. With the help of a local witch florence schauffler, ed summons the vengeful demon pumpkinhead to hunt and kill the group of friends. The film has built up a cult following in the years since its release. You should want to know who directed that great film who created those awesome special effects.
How many pumkinhead movies are there and what are they called. The most interesting ideas in the film come at the end, when it is revealed that the person who called upon the pumpkinheads murderous ways, to avenge something that was done to that persons. Tracey takes the gun and harley begs her to finish him off. United states by united artists in october 1988 and again in january 1989.
In the prologue set in 1957, tom harley waits inside his. In the first film, pumpkinhead could talk, but it mostly just said character names. Blood wings is the 1994 directtovideo sequel to the 1988 horror film pumpkinhead. It was released at a time when slasher movies were beginning to become less commercially successful. Over the years pumpkinhead seems to have lost his lure except for the devoted fans, but still manages to put out a new straight to dvd release out every couple years. There is also a good twist at the end which i will not reveal here, only say that surprised me with its subtlety, which is something you rarely see in a horror film. This is an absolutely perfect description of late effects artist extraordinaire stan winstons whimsically bleak 1988 directorial debut. Winston directed two feature films, pumpkinhead and a gnome named gnorm 1990, and while the latter is a family film. This is a terrific horror film, one of the best of the 80s. See complete list of inproduction titles on imdbpro get more from imdb. And as with many in his order, it was thought he could translate his talent into the field of directing. Stan winston sits on that mount rushmore of iconic filmmakers because of his creature designs, and that was his first directing effort. The terrifying poem that inspired pumpkinhead horror.
Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started. You should want to know who directed that great filmwho created those awesome special effects. Notefornote music nfn1019 country united states format cd release date 14jun2019 limited edition of 666 copies. September 9, 2014 the tagline splashed upon the original theatrical onesheet for pumpkinhead describes the film as a grim fairy tale.
Pumpkinhead is a 1988 american dark fantasy horror film about a vengeance demon. Blood wings the 1994 directtovideo sequel to the 1988 horror film pumpkinhead. It was the directorial debut of special effects artist stan winston. This time, though, the monsters intended target is protected by a cruel backwoods crime family. Sculpted by bruce spaulding fuller every detail of pumpkinhead is here and its perfectly scaled for fit and proportion. Return to oz walt disney pictures complete original press kit drew struzan. With lance henriksen, jeff east, john daquino, kimberly ross.
Ed harley lance henriksen is a single father running a small grocery store along the outskirts of town. After a tragic accident, a man conjures up a towering, vengeful. Blood wings, went straight to video in 1994 directed by jeff burr. Pumpkinhead 1988 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. His work on terminator, aliens, and predator made him a creaturecreating king. The scenes stitch together seamlessly and imbue a finer level of synthesis than horror typically finds. Pumpkinhead was a film released in 1989, and was the directorial debut of stan winston, much better known for his award winning special effects and creatures.
The movie is barely related to others in the series. Though the poem wasnt written specifically for the film, it remains dreadful and ominous, accompanying the established tone of the movie quite nicely. Ashes to ashes 2006 is a directtovideo horror movie starring doug bradley and lance henriksen and the second sequel to pumpkinhead. The player is not an actual character from the movie, but the keeper of the spirits who must go through the netherworld in order to soothe the raging spirit of. Pumpkinhead is a 1988 american dark fantasy horror film. Unfollow pumpkinhead movie to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Buy pumpkinhead movie posters from movie poster shop.
For an enhanced browsing experience, get the imdb app on your smartphone or tablet. Pumpkinhead is a 1988 american supernatural horror film. Complete list of 1980 horror movies best horror movies. The content of this listing is the sole responsibility of kidd. But when a reckless driver accidentally kills a pair of children, the creature is called up once more. Lance henriksen, jeff east, john daquino, kimberly. Were your movie poster source for new releases and vintage movie posters. Unfortunately, a half dozen cheap sequels diluted the.
How many pumkinhead movies are there and what are they. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Blood feud 2007 with special guest jay of the dead. Ashes to ashes is the third installment of the series attempting to keep the legacy going. Watch pumpkinhead online stream full movie directv. They hatch their own supernatural plans for dealing with pumpkinhead. Pumpkinhead reboot being developed by saw producer. Pumpkinhead trailer directed by stan winston and starring lance henriksen, jeff east, john daquino, joel hoffman, brian bremer. Pumpkinhead is a 1988 american supernatural horror film directed by stan winston and starring lance henriksen. Trick or treat studios and mgm are proud to present the officially licensed pumpkinhead mask from stan winstons amazing thriller pumpkinhead.
Pumpkinhead is a film brimming with all the typical horror tropes. By the zombie master, lee roberts i believe that a fan of film, regardless of genre, should be aware of more than just the actors but also have an awareness of the other aspects of film making. Although pumpkinhead has developed a cult following in the 28 years since it debuted, most genre fans will agree that the chief appeal is the monster of the title, which falls somewhere between. But what truly sets it apart is their elegant delivery in the form of good storytellingthe kind of good writing and wellstaged events we seldom encounter in horror. Blood feud is a 2007 american madefortelevision sequel and the fourth installment in the pumpkinhead franchise of horror films.
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