How the evil dead s tom sullivan mastered lowbudget effects by david konow on july 21, 2014 at 12. Movie prop replica evil dead tom sullivans the ultimate set the book of the dead 58 print set evil dead prequel within the woods wood action figure memorabillia evil dead movie basement wall rock 100% authentic one of a kind the evil dead within the woods artifact. Evil dead ii 1987 necronomicon book page print signed. Animator, sculptor, and artist, tom sullivan was an integral part of that intrepid team of renaissance pictures filmmakers who ventured into the wilds of tennessee in midwinter, 1979 to film what was then being called the book of the dead sullivan even created the famed titular prop by stretching a latex mask over a hunk of cardboard. The book in the movie is made from human flesh and written in human blood. The 14 scale books of the dead are cast in a quality resin and come in a variety of finishes and presentations. The key to this experiment is something called the book of dead. Its eyes are raging and its mouth is open and its tongue is. How the evil deads tom sullivan mastered lowbudget effects. In an email received by ign, which you can see below, all of the dlc characters from thirdparties, including terminator, joker, and spawn, appear with their company names and trademarks. The evil dead 2 book of the dead 2 limited edition. Apr 25, 20 initially a disaster of an experimental horror film, the evil dead went on to become an acclaimed and influential movie that launched careers and spawned sequels and copycats, not to mention a. Tom sullivan and bart pierce designed, coanimated the clay stop motion meltdown of the deadites at the films finale. In a 2008 email, tom sullivan related to me his and raimis trip to england to.
Initially a disaster of an experimental horror film, the evil dead went on to. Attention all serious evil dead collectors with a lot of loose cash lying around. Dec 23, 2017 book of the dead the definitive evil dead website. Scott spiegel, who wrote evil dead 2, bonded with raimi over their mutual love of the three stooges. Evil dead effects master tom sullivan honored medium. The evil dead is a 1981 american supernatural horror film written and directed by sam raimi.
Sullivan, who also did the special makeup effects for the movie, wanted the book to be so evil that you would not even want to touch it. Tom sullivan, who had previously worked on within the woods, the evil dead, and evil dead ii, also contributed to the visual effects. Tom sullivan fx creatorartist from evil dead 1 and 2 was visiting dreamtime collectibles in december. Contains 56 pages, has removable skin and is all handmade. Heres the one with the creator of the book of the dead, tom sullivan. When i decided to start making my own book of the dead replica, i knew i wanted it to be bigger than the original book made by tom sullivan for the evil dead. Evil dead 2 book of the dead, is in great condition. Fast and easiest tutorial necronomicon book of the. The gore the merrier 31min a making of documentary featuring the make up effects guys. Behind the screams 17min tom sullivan hosts and narrates over production images. Tom sullivan is known for his work on the evil dead 1981, evil dead ii. Regans spinning head ruined my psyche, freddys accordion arms kept me from taking out the garbage at night for months, but all it took was a. Soughtafter pair of limited edition book of the dead dvds for the evil dead and evil dead ii, with an opening page of each booklet featuring a terrific original felt tip sketch by the films special effects makeup artist and animator tom sullivan.
Its been 35 years since the evil dead infected theaters and launched the careers of director sam raimi and star bruce campbell. Devilhead, published in 20052006 by dead dog comics. It covers his involvement in the early super8 days, as well as his work on within the woods, the evil dead trilogy, and beyond. Evil dead effects master tom sullivan honored applaudience. Initially a disaster of an experimental horror film, the evil dead went on to become an acclaimed and influential movie that launched careers and.
For news on tom s upcoming appearances you can view his website. Tom sullivan, was in charge of the special makeup effects for the movie, and a legacy was born. Mar 07, 2020 i learned recently that tom sullivan wrote a comic book, books of the dead. Apr 02, 2016 i was afforded an amazing opportunity to interview the very talented tom sullivan.
In the low budget horror movie the evil dead 1981 fx artist tom sullivans version of the necronomicon is a book bound in human skin and its pages written in blood. The evil dead 1981, evil dead ii 1987, army of darkness 1992, ash vs evil dead 2015. Necronomicon book page print signed by tom sullivan from the production of evil dead ii 1987, the comedy horror movie where, the lone survivor of an onslaught of fleshpossessing spirits holes up in a cabin with a group of strangers while the demons continue their attack. The evil dead originally released as book of the dead is a 1981 american supernatural horror film written and directed by sam raimi and executive produced by raimi and bruce campbell, who also starred alongside ellen sandweiss and betsy baker. Evil dead the book of the dead made by trick or treat.
The film focuses on five college students vacationing in an isolated cabin in a remote wooded area. Lot of 3 autographed tom sullivan evil dead posters pages. Tom sullivan sfxanimator for the evil dead at thriller. Diggerfilms tom sullivan talks about the evil dead youtube. Sullivan, who also did the special makeup effects for the movie, wanted the. Apr 11, 2016 book of the dead 2016 indiegogo campaign evil dead fanfilm bookofthedead. Lot of 3 autographed tom sullivan evil dead posters pages of. I am a big fan of the evil dead movies and a few days ago i found a listing on ebay for the necronomicon book of the dead from the evil dead movies. Book of the dead 2016 indiegogo campaign evil dead. They are created by tom sullivan, patrick reese and steven diruggiero. Jan 19, 2017 in the wake of starz hit series ash vs evil dead, one background but essential player deserving of attention is specialeffects wizard tom sullivan. How the evil deads tom sullivan mastered lowbudget effects by david konow on july 21, 2014 at 12.
I dont recall having discussed it with evil dead director sam raimi, but the similarities are remarkable. The evil dead 2002, dvd the evil dead 1981 is one of the most original and impressive bhorror movies ever made. There are also book of the dead prints sets of 32 pages, all signed. That same creative fire continues to be seen in your stopmotion work for the book ending sequences of evil dead 2 and had me wanting to see more of ash. The evil dead dvd, 2002, the book of the dead edition. After reading raimis fairly short the evil dead originally titled book of the dead script, sullivan began frenziedly preparing conceptual drawings. The most detailed unofficial timeline and guide to sam raimis evil dead universe featuring ash, the hero from the sky. Voir plus didees sur le theme cinema, the book et medieval. And hes picked a dandy to look at for us, the new ultimate edition of. Tom sullivan evil dead prints, artwork, and memorabilia for sale. Feb 05, 2008 tom sullivan fx creatorartist from evil dead 1 and 2 was visiting dreamtime collectibles in december. In the wake of starz hit series ash vs evil dead, one background but essential player deserving of attention is specialeffects wizard tom sullivan. This amazing book of the dead necronomicon prop was.
Its an ansonia regulator clock named the ledger no. We have 14 scale books of the dead, sculpted by tom sullivan and the book is alive. Tom sullivan iii tom sullivan is known for his work on the evil dead 1981, evil dead ii 1987 and army of darkness 1992. It should be something that looks so evil, you dont even want to pick it up. In that time, its gained a very impressive and very deserved. Tom sullivan is known for his work on the evil dead 1981, evil dead ii 1987 and army of darkness 1992. Apr 27, 20 i also have replicas of the kandarian dagger for sale, painted by myself. A mortal kombat 11 email has seemingly leaked that ash williams from the evil dead franchise, specifically from army of darkness, will be arriving soon in mortal kombat 11 as a dlc fighter. Necronomicon book page print signed by tom sullivan from the production of evil dead ii 1987, the comedy horror movie where, the lone survivor of an onslaught of fleshpossessing spirits holes up in a cabin with a group of strangers while the demons continue their. His reasons for making his book the size it was are well documented, so i wont go into that here. Evil dead ii is full of memorable scenes and quotes. In the low budget horror movie the evil dead 1981 fx artist tom sullivan s version of the necronomicon is a book bound in human skin and its pages written in blood. Book of the dead 2016 indiegogo campaign evil dead fanfilm bookofthedead. Tom sullivan makes appearances at a couple of us conventions per year, showing his evil dead museum containing a number of his personally owned evil.
Tom sullivan evil dead prints, artwork, and memorabilia. Oct 30, 2014 there is a lot of talk about the evil dead film productions, behind the scenes stories and a lot of the unsung heroes of the films. I learned recently that tom sullivan wrote a comic book, books of the dead. Movie prop replica evil dead tom sullivan s the ultimate set the book of the dead 58 print set evil dead prequel within the woods wood action figure memorabillia evil dead movie basement wall rock 100% authentic one of a kind the evil dead within the woods artifact. Another important member of that filmmaking fraternity was tom sullivan, who did the makeup effects for the evil dead. All of those print sets are signed by tom sullivan. Oct 05, 2012 raimi worked with special effects and makeup artist tom sullivan, who is quoted in the booklet included with the criterion edition dvd of equinox as saying, i had seen equinox at least twice in driveins before making evil dead.
Bruce campbell became raimis square jawed leading man, and rob tapert would become sams long time producer. Interview with tom sullivan from evil dead youtube. I had made molds of all the cast members but bruce campbell. In these movies and tv show a main prop in the story line is the necronomicon book of the dead. And simply reading from the book of the dead will unleash the evil spirits of the dead into this world with no hope of escape. The final friday book of the dead creator uncredited. Not only did it launch the career of director sam raimi spiderman trilogy it was also the debut of popular cult actor bruce campbell. Whenever i reminisce on my childhood torments, one particular movie scene always slithers its way to the forefront of my mind. The daggers are cast from the original dagger from evil dead 2 by master moldmaker steve diruggiero. Exclusive interview with the evil dead fx master tom. How the evil deads tom sullivan mastered lowbudget.
Raimi worked with special effects and makeup artist tom sullivan, who is quoted in the booklet included with the criterion edition dvd of equinox as saying, i had seen equinox at least twice in driveins before making evil dead. The movie was called the evil dead and like it or not, it would become one of the most influential horror movies to ever grace the silver screen. Sullivan designed and illustrated the book of the dead and created the kandarian dagger. Audio commentary with sam raimi, bruce campbell,scott spiegel and greg nicotero. Book of the dead 2016 indiegogo campaign evil dead fanfilm. Tom is the man behind all of the eye candy in the movie evil dead, the first entry into one of my all time. It was his idea not to use the thentitle book of the dead, because it made the film sound boring. Evil dead ii 1987 necronomicon book page print signed by tom sullivan. I am assuming that the for the book and its likeness is owned by tom sullivan. Tom sullivan makes appearances at a couple of us conventions per year, showing his evil dead museum containing a number of his personally owned evil dead trilogy props, he also signs items and sells various reproduction artwork prints. The book of the dead from the original evil dead franchise is one of the most famous horror movie props of all time. Book of the dead limited edition looks like the necronomicon featured in the film. Its eyes are raging and its mouth is open and its tongue is lashing out.
The special makeup effects artist for within the woods, tom sullivan, was brought on to compose the effects after expressing a. I was afforded an amazing opportunity to interview the very talented tom sullivan. Sculpted by tom sullivan trick or treat studios and studios canal is proud to bring you the official book of the dead necronomicon prop. Evil dead book of the dead copyright stolen by troll. Bolts of lightnin tearn through the air, winds whippin apart headstones. Behindthescreams 17min tom sullivan hosts and narrates over production images.
Exclusive interview with the evil dead fx master tom sullivan. Tom sullivan makes appearances at a couple of us conventions per year, showing his evil dead museum containing a number of his personally owned evil dead trilogy props, he also signs items and. Oct 22, 2017 sculpted by tom sullivan trick or treat studios and studios canal is proud to bring you the official book of the dead necronomicon prop. Sep 19, 2018 in these movies and tv show a main prop in the story line is the necronomicon book of the dead. He would later work on the evil dead, raimis featurelength remake of within the woods, as a special makeup effects artist, where. Buyers should note the divimax transfer issue with this release as detailed at the start of the page. Fast and easiest tutorial necronomicon book of the dead notebook craft diy. After the success of the evil dead, which was released in 1981, sullivan worked as an effects artist and. Finally, all twentyfive copies of the book of the dead 24 years of evil dead projects, a photobook on the online store page have now sold out. You wont believe whats been happening in the cemetery today. Oct 06, 2003 animator, sculptor, and artist, tom sullivan was an integral part of that intrepid team of renaissance pictures filmmakers who ventured into the wilds of tennessee in midwinter, 1979 to film what was then being called the book of the dead sullivan even created the famed titular prop by stretching a latex mask over a hunk of cardboard. Once the evil is unleashed, there is no stopping it.