Key Takeaways:
– Rob Zombie marks the 21st anniversary of ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ by announcing a book project.
– The book will document the making of the film and feature rare contents, including blueprints and storyboards.
– Zombie’s first film has been described as a calamitous mess.
The 21st anniversary of ‘House of 1000 Corpses,’ the debut horror film of Rob Zombie, is being celebrated in a rather unique way. Zombie announced his latest project on social media, an exclusive book detailing the making of his groundbreaking movie.
Rob Zombie’s New Literary Project
Through an Instagram post, the writer and director proclaimed, “To celebrate the 21st anniversary of House of 1000 Corpses being released I thought I would give you a sneak peek at the House of 1000 Corpses book that I have been working on.” The book is said to be filled with rare photos, blueprints, makeup tests, original scripts, and hand-scribbled notes by Zombie himself. Zombie hinted that it’s “coming your way soon.”
Film Synopsis and Cast
The narrative of ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ is set on America’s back roads, wherein two young couples, in search of a local legend known as Dr. Satan, end up in the hands of a psychotic family. The movie features a string of gruesome events including murder, cannibalism, and satanic rituals. It ranks among the most iconic horror offerings and starred Sid Haig, Erin Daniels, Bill Moseley, Karen Black, and Sheri Moon Zombie, among others.
Fan Reaction and Previous Book Releases
Despite Zombie’s description of his first movie as a “calamitous mess”, ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ won an army of fans over the years, dubbed “Corpse-Heads.” It awaits to be seen how these die-hard fans will react to the upcoming book about the film’s making. Meanwhile, a book titled ‘House of Rejects’ was released last year by author Dustin McNeill, covering the making of ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ and its sequels, that constitute Zombie’s “Firefly trilogy.”
Expectations from the Upcoming Book
Zombie’s book is expected to offer fans a deep dive into the creation of his debut project. It is all set to look back at the chaotic process of making ‘House of 1000 Corpses, ‘ given the fact that it took several years to go from filming to release. Moreover, the pictorial adjuncts like photos, blueprints, and storyboards, along with Zombie’s handwritten notes are likely to give fans an authentic peek behind the scenes. While waiting for Zombie’s addition to the literature on the movie’s making, fans can avail Dustin McNeill’s ‘House of Rejects.’
In conclusion, Rob Zombie is bringing his unique perspective on the creation of his debut feature film to his ardent fans. His upcoming book on ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ promises to be an exciting ensemble, offering a closer look at the inception and making of the much-loved movie. For fans of Zombie’s work and admirers of the horror genre, this is certainly a tribute worth waiting for. This 21st anniversary of ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ is now marked with much anticipation of unravelling never-seen-before details about their favorite movie.
