Wow, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the cult classic horror film House of 1000 Corpses, directed by Rob Zombie. The film, which was Zombie’s directorial debut, follows a group of friends who stumble upon a bizarre roadside attraction run by the sadistic Firefly family.
Zombie took to insta to celebrate this milestone:
“Happy 20th anniversary to my first film HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES! Finally after much delay and trouble this beast was released on this day in 2003. It was long crazy trip, but it was worth it. 🔥 I had the best cast I could hope for. All of them went above and beyond to make this crazy film happen. 👍 A special shout out to my pal Tobe Hooper. The first person to come up to me after our first screening and compliment the film. Obviously I loved his work, so it was pretty awesome. 👍 So today fire up the film and remember all our pals Dennis Fimple, Matt McGrory, Harrison Young, Karen Black , Tom Towles, Irwin Keyes and Sid Haig. Gone but certainly not forgotten. ⭐️”
Along with his Instagram post, Zombie shared a ton of gritty cool behind the scenes photos.
House of 1000 Corpses is known for its over-the-top gore, twisted characters, and dark humor, which have become hallmarks of Zombie’s filmmaking style. The film has since developed a devoted following among horror fans and is considered a classic of the genre.
To celebrate the film’s anniversary, Zombie has announced that he’s releasing a special edition Blu-ray with new bonus features and behind-the-scenes footage… which you can order here. The release will also include a commentary track from Zombie himself, giving fans a unique insight into the making of the film.
Two decades later, House of 1000 Corpses continues to terrify and entertain audiences with its gruesome imagery and bizarre characters. It remains a testament to Rob Zombie’s unique vision and his contribution to the horror genre.
Take a look at more photos from Rob Zombie’s Insta below:
