Film & Music
We dive deep into the world of horror and video nasties with a unique screening of the cult horror classic The Evil Dead (1981), featuring Joe LoDuca’s iconic soundtrack performed completely live by BL!NDMAN.
In Sam Raimi’s legendary low-budget debut, five students travel to a deserted cabin deep in the woods. When they play a dusty tape recording, they unwittingly unleash ancient demonic forces that turn them into bloodthirsty monsters one by one. What follows is a feverish symphony of buzzing chainsaws, aggressive shrubbery, and a relentless torrent of gore and blood. The film's inventive special effects, over-the-top gore, kinetic camerawork, and pitch-black humor instantly turned it into a worldwide sensation.
In Sam Raimi’s legendary low-budget debut, five students travel to a deserted cabin deep in the woods. When they play a dusty tape recording, they unwittingly unleash ancient demonic forces that turn them into bloodthirsty monsters one by one. What follows is a feverish symphony of buzzing chainsaws, aggressive shrubbery, and a relentless torrent of gore and blood. The film's inventive special effects, over-the-top gore, kinetic camerawork, and pitch-black humor instantly turned it into a worldwide sensation.
The then 20-year-old Raimi shot this horror masterpiece with a handful of friends and a microscopic budget of $375,000. Driven by a wildly successful VHS release, the film grew into a multi-million-dollar hit. It launched a massive franchise, turned lead actor Bruce Campbell into a cult icon, and kickstarted Raimi’s impressive directorial career (Spider-Man, Darkman). While later sequels leaned heavily into horror-comedy, the original remains a grim, high-octane fairy tale of terror that tears ahead at a breakneck pace. For many, it stands as the absolute pinnacle of the franchise and one of the greatest horror films ever made.
Joseph LoDuca, the two-time Emmy Award-winner, composed the music for this film and is know as a master of epic orchestral music for action, fantasy, and horror. His versatile career includes iconic soundtracks for hit series such as Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, and Spartacus. Internationally, he turned heads with his scores for the French films Brotherhood of the Wolf (César nominee) and Saint Ange.
The Soundtrack
BL!NDMAN returns to Videodroom! This time, they breathe new, terrifying life into Joe LoDuca’s original score for The Evil Dead.
As a contemporary music collective, BL!NDMAN has been at the top of the international music scene for over 35 years. Since its founding in 1988 by Eric Sleichim, the ensemble has thrived on originality, experimentation, and an boundless passion for sound. What began as an unconventional saxophone quartet pushing the boundaries of the instrument has evolved into a rebellious, expert musical research lab. Today, the ensemble is a true trendsetter in immersive multimedia performances and live cinematic accompaniment.
Credits
Ward De Ketelaere: musical director, guitar, percussion
Stefanie Van Backlé: violin
Femke Verstappen: violin
Monica Goicea: viola
Suzanne Vermeyen: cello
Hannes Nieuwlaet: percussion
Joseph LoDuca, the two-time Emmy Award-winner, composed the music for this film and is know as a master of epic orchestral music for action, fantasy, and horror. His versatile career includes iconic soundtracks for hit series such as Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, and Spartacus. Internationally, he turned heads with his scores for the French films Brotherhood of the Wolf (César nominee) and Saint Ange.
The Soundtrack
BL!NDMAN returns to Videodroom! This time, they breathe new, terrifying life into Joe LoDuca’s original score for The Evil Dead.
As a contemporary music collective, BL!NDMAN has been at the top of the international music scene for over 35 years. Since its founding in 1988 by Eric Sleichim, the ensemble has thrived on originality, experimentation, and an boundless passion for sound. What began as an unconventional saxophone quartet pushing the boundaries of the instrument has evolved into a rebellious, expert musical research lab. Today, the ensemble is a true trendsetter in immersive multimedia performances and live cinematic accompaniment.
Credits
Ward De Ketelaere: musical director, guitar, percussion
Stefanie Van Backlé: violin
Femke Verstappen: violin
Monica Goicea: viola
Suzanne Vermeyen: cello
Hannes Nieuwlaet: percussion
