With his most recent film, “Thanksgiving,” filmmaker Eli Roth has generated a lot of hype in the world of horror movies. However, this isn’t your ordinary Christmas film; it’s a terrifying experience that will have you wondering why the Pilgrims cut their first turkey.
History of “Thanksgiving” You won’t believe this, but “Thanksgiving” started off as a phony trailer in 2007. It was once intended to be a part of the Grindhouse double feature from Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez. This brief trailer suggested a made-up slasher movie, promising a gruesome spectacle with plenty of beheadings. “From director Eli Roth: Thanksgiving,” the eerie narrator forebodingly announced. You’re going to return from the holidays in a body bag!”
A Creative Partnership Some of the most creative brains in filmmaking came together for the Grindhouse project. Roth and other directors were approached by Quentin Tarantino with an intriguing suggestion: make false trailers for their double feature. Rodriguez, Edgar Wright, and Rob Zombie all contributed their own creative trailers to the project, joining the cinematic feast. The challenge was gladly accepted by Roth and his fellow directors, who were prepared to create their individual cinematic ideas.
Realization of Fiction It’s interesting to note that Rodriguez later turned his phony teaser, “Machete,” into a complete feature picture in 2010. On the other hand, Eli Roth has long wished to transform “Thanksgiving” into a true horror film.
The Hollywood Reporter revealed shockingly this year that Patrick Dempsey was in talks to play the lead character in “Thanksgiving.” Fast forward to this year. The following month, the movie was set to begin filming in Toronto, where Dempsey would be joined by none other than TikTok phenomenon and “He’s All That” star Addison Rae.
Impressive Filmography of Eli Roth Even if “Thanksgiving” is receiving a lot of attention, it’s important to note that Roth’s abilities as a director go far beyond this film. His filmography spans a wide variety of subjects, from “Cabin Fever” through “The Green Inferno,” the 2018 adaptation of “Death Wish,” “The House with a Clock in Its Walls,” and the much awaited “Borderlands.”
Put it on the Calendar Horror fans won’t have to wait for very long. In November, “Thanksgiving” will be released in theaters, just in time for the holiday season. Simply click on the video above to see a sneak glimpse of the spooky trailer.
“Thanksgiving” promises to be a cinematic delight that will keep fans on the edge of their seats as Eli Roth introduces horror to the holiday season. Get yourself for a horrifying excursion into the demented mind of a director who understands how to make audiences’ pulses beat faster and their blood curdle on the big screen.
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