Eli Roth’s History of Horror: Uncut 2. Edgar Wright
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May 6, 2019 Writer and director Edgar Wright, famed for SHAUN OF THE DEAD and BABY DRIVER, dives into the duality of humor and horror. He reflects on the impact of George Romero's zombie films, blending societal commentary with comedic elements. Edgar discusses the evolution of horror, emphasizing meaningful themes in classic films versus contemporary offerings. He explores the art of iconic scenes, the significance of horror endings, and the blending of personal storytelling with genre. A fascinating journey through the mind of a master filmmaker!
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Early Romero Influence
- Edgar Wright's early exposure to George Romero's films was through magazines like Starburst, not direct viewing.
- This fueled his obsession and later inspired Shaun of the Dead, a "valentine" to Romero's work.
Romero's Universe
- Wright and Pegg aimed for Shaun of the Dead to exist within Romero's universe, using similar rules and exposition.
- They viewed Dawn of the Dead as Hamlet and Shaun of the Dead as Rosencrantz and Guildenstern.
Romero's Approval
- Wright and Pegg showed a near-final cut of Shaun of the Dead to Romero to get his blessing.
- Romero loved the film, even catching a minor music detail that Wright corrected.