2023 marks the 40th anniversary of the classic slasher Sleepaway Camp (watch it Here), and 1984 Publishing has announced that they will be celebrating with the release of the “making of” book Sleepaway Camp: Making the Movie and Reigniting the Campfire, as well as a 4-song soundtrack EP! The street date for these releases is October 24th. Hardcover copies of the book can already be pre-ordered on Amazon – but if you want the EP, you’ll have to order directly from 1984 Publishing, and they’re not taking pre-orders just yet.
Written and directed by Robert Hiltzik, Sleepaway Camp has the following synopsis:
After a terrible boating accident killed her family, shy Angela Baker went to live with her eccentric Aunt Martha and her cousin Ricky. This summer, Martha decides to send them both to Camp Arawak, a place to enjoy the great outdoors. Shortly after their arrival, a series of bizarre and...
Written and directed by Robert Hiltzik, Sleepaway Camp has the following synopsis:
After a terrible boating accident killed her family, shy Angela Baker went to live with her eccentric Aunt Martha and her cousin Ricky. This summer, Martha decides to send them both to Camp Arawak, a place to enjoy the great outdoors. Shortly after their arrival, a series of bizarre and...
- 8/7/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
1984 Publishing will release Sleepaway Camp: Making the Movie and Reigniting the Campfire by Jeff Hayes, a 40th anniversary look at the ‘83 cult classic Sleepaway Camp, Bloody Disgusting has learned this afternoon. A 4-song soundtrack EP will accompany the book’s release on vinyl (in three colorways) and CD.
Longtime official Sleepaway Camp webmaster, writer, and filmmaker, Hayes goes behind the scenes of the film like never before, revealing the development and making of the movie, its immediate aftermath, and the more than four decades of fandom since its release.
This definitive Sleepaway Camp compendium includes interviews with much of the cast and crew (with many new exclusives), more than 75 production and memorabilia images (including unreleased behind-the-scenes stills), and takes you backstage to the reunions, retro screenings, and convention events that have united fans and reignited interest in this beloved horror tale.
When the film debuted in 1983, it was quickly disregarded by film reviewers.
Longtime official Sleepaway Camp webmaster, writer, and filmmaker, Hayes goes behind the scenes of the film like never before, revealing the development and making of the movie, its immediate aftermath, and the more than four decades of fandom since its release.
This definitive Sleepaway Camp compendium includes interviews with much of the cast and crew (with many new exclusives), more than 75 production and memorabilia images (including unreleased behind-the-scenes stills), and takes you backstage to the reunions, retro screenings, and convention events that have united fans and reignited interest in this beloved horror tale.
When the film debuted in 1983, it was quickly disregarded by film reviewers.
- 8/7/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
On October 24th, 1984 Publishing will release Sleepaway Camp: Making the Movie and Reigniting the Campfire. Written by Jeff Hayes, the book is an extensive look at the cult classic in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary, with interviews and previously unreleased behind-the-scenes photos. In addition, a 4-song soundtrack EP will be offered on vinyl (in three colorways) and CD. We have all the details and a look at the the cover and vinyl artwork:
From the Press Release: "Longtime official Sleepaway Camp webmaster, writer, and filmmaker, Hayes goes behind the scenes of the film like never before, revealing the development and making of the movie, its immediate aftermath, and the more than four decades of fandom since its release. This definitive Sleepaway Camp compendium includes interviews with much of the cast and crew (with many new exclusives), more than 75 production and memorabilia images (including unreleased behind-the-scenes stills), and takes you backstage to the reunions,...
From the Press Release: "Longtime official Sleepaway Camp webmaster, writer, and filmmaker, Hayes goes behind the scenes of the film like never before, revealing the development and making of the movie, its immediate aftermath, and the more than four decades of fandom since its release. This definitive Sleepaway Camp compendium includes interviews with much of the cast and crew (with many new exclusives), more than 75 production and memorabilia images (including unreleased behind-the-scenes stills), and takes you backstage to the reunions,...
- 8/7/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
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Recap of Felissa Rose on Without Your Head Horror Radio, 06/22/2017 by Vic Schiavone
Host Nasty Neal welcomed horror icon Felissa Rose, best known for her role as Angela Baker in the cult classic slasher film Sleepaway Camp, to for a fun interview that touched upon the legacy of “Sleepaway Camp” and a discussion of her more recent work. Highlights included the following:
· Wyh: How did your parents feel about you playing Angela in “Sleepaway Camp”?
Fr: “Oh my gosh. You know what, I have the coolest parents. My dad has since passed on, but my mom was so amazing about it. They read the script, and they thought: This is really fun! This is a fun movie! They just figured it was kids at camp. My mom…she felt like I shouldn’t do the hands in the kill scenes, and that was her only reservation. Other than...
Recap of Felissa Rose on Without Your Head Horror Radio, 06/22/2017 by Vic Schiavone
Host Nasty Neal welcomed horror icon Felissa Rose, best known for her role as Angela Baker in the cult classic slasher film Sleepaway Camp, to for a fun interview that touched upon the legacy of “Sleepaway Camp” and a discussion of her more recent work. Highlights included the following:
· Wyh: How did your parents feel about you playing Angela in “Sleepaway Camp”?
Fr: “Oh my gosh. You know what, I have the coolest parents. My dad has since passed on, but my mom was so amazing about it. They read the script, and they thought: This is really fun! This is a fun movie! They just figured it was kids at camp. My mom…she felt like I shouldn’t do the hands in the kill scenes, and that was her only reservation. Other than...
- 7/1/2017
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Yael Stone has joined the cast of Childhood.s End, the sci-fi miniseries that starts shooting in Melbourne next month. The Orange is the New Black regular will play a character named Peretta in the show based on the Arthur C. Clarke novel, commissioned by the Us Syfy Channel.
Clarke.s novel is set on Earth while it is under the benign control of a race of aliens, the Overlords. From their hovering UFOs, the Overlords spend decades turning Earth into a Utopia, which in the process also destroys humanity's identity.
Charles Dance, who plays Tywin Lannister in Game of Thrones and starred in Mark Hartley.s Patrick, is cast as an Overlord named Karellen, an ambassador for his species on Earth.
Ashley Zukerman (The Code) will play Jake Greggson, an American production designer with artistic sensibilities whose children begin to exhibit psychic powers. Jacob Holt (Winners & Losers, Inxs: Never...
Clarke.s novel is set on Earth while it is under the benign control of a race of aliens, the Overlords. From their hovering UFOs, the Overlords spend decades turning Earth into a Utopia, which in the process also destroys humanity's identity.
Charles Dance, who plays Tywin Lannister in Game of Thrones and starred in Mark Hartley.s Patrick, is cast as an Overlord named Karellen, an ambassador for his species on Earth.
Ashley Zukerman (The Code) will play Jake Greggson, an American production designer with artistic sensibilities whose children begin to exhibit psychic powers. Jacob Holt (Winners & Losers, Inxs: Never...
- 11/25/2014
- by Don Groves
- IF.com.au
This is another Blu-ray release, that I wish existed a year prior. Last summer, we recorded a retrospective podcast series, covering the entirety of the Sleepaway Camp series, and could have really used a loaded, Uncut Blu-ray release of the first film. We made due with what was available, though, and now I can revisit Scream Factory’s new Collector’s Edition Blu-ray release of the film, with the image of the DVD still fresh in my mind for comparison. If you are interested in our retrospective look at the series in its entirety, you can check that out here. I’ve seen this movie at least a dozen times, and as many problems as it has, it still manages to entertain me just as much, each new visit. I know the ending is coming, and I know what to expect, but it still has that same impact it had on me as a kid.
- 5/27/2014
- by Shawn Savage
- The Liberal Dead
Robert Hiltzik's entire movie career has basically been in telling one story, that of Sleepaway Camp. Hiltzik wrote and directed the original, as well as Return to Sleepaway Camp. So who better to discuss Sleepaway Camp's move to Blu-ray from Scream Factory on May 27 than Robert Hiltzik himself.
Hiltzik recently sat down with Dread Central to talk about some interesting aspects of this horror staple, which was released in 1983. "I was in graduate film school at the time and I wanted to do my own film," Hiltzik said, when discussing the origins of the movie. "I wanted to figure out what would get me into the marketplace the easiest. The path of least resistance. I figured dramas and comedies would be very subjective, but everyone likes a good horror film. And I figured shooting a horror film in one location would keep the budget modest. So I thought...
Hiltzik recently sat down with Dread Central to talk about some interesting aspects of this horror staple, which was released in 1983. "I was in graduate film school at the time and I wanted to do my own film," Hiltzik said, when discussing the origins of the movie. "I wanted to figure out what would get me into the marketplace the easiest. The path of least resistance. I figured dramas and comedies would be very subjective, but everyone likes a good horror film. And I figured shooting a horror film in one location would keep the budget modest. So I thought...
- 5/22/2014
- by Scott Hallam
- DreadCentral.com
May’s big release for Scream Factory is the Blu-ray / DVD collector’s edition of the 1983 cult classic, Sleepaway Camp. Featuring a 2k scan of the original camera negative and a brand new set of bonus features, this release looks to be just what fans have been hoping for and we’ll give you our verdict in the coming weeks. Until then, here’s a look at the original theatrical trailer and a couple of clips that were provided by Scream Factory.
“Welcome to Camp Arawak, where teenagers learn to experience the joys of nature, as well as each other. But when these happy campers begin to die in a series of horrible “accidents”, they discover that someone – or something – has turned their summer of fun into a vacation to dismember. Fans of celebrated cult film writer/producer/director Robert Hiltzik know well the shocking tale of cult slasher thriller...
“Welcome to Camp Arawak, where teenagers learn to experience the joys of nature, as well as each other. But when these happy campers begin to die in a series of horrible “accidents”, they discover that someone – or something – has turned their summer of fun into a vacation to dismember. Fans of celebrated cult film writer/producer/director Robert Hiltzik know well the shocking tale of cult slasher thriller...
- 4/30/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
We learned a couple months back that Scream Factory would soon be giving their prestigious Blu-ray treatment to Sleepaway Camp, and now that the release date is inching ever closer, we've got full disc details for ya. Read on for everything you need to know about this must-own release!
From the Press Release
Welcome to Camp Arawak, where teenagers learn to experience the joys of nature, as well as each other. But when these happy campers begin to die in a series of horrible “accidents”, they discover that someone – or something – has turned their summer of fun into a vacation to dismember.
Fans of celebrated cult film writer/producer/director Robert Hiltzik know well the shocking tale of cult slasher thriller Sleepaway Camp (1983). Hailed by fans and critics alike as one of the all-time greatest twisted endings in horror film cinema, this film spawned a sleuth of popular Sleepaway Camp sequels.
From the Press Release
Welcome to Camp Arawak, where teenagers learn to experience the joys of nature, as well as each other. But when these happy campers begin to die in a series of horrible “accidents”, they discover that someone – or something – has turned their summer of fun into a vacation to dismember.
Fans of celebrated cult film writer/producer/director Robert Hiltzik know well the shocking tale of cult slasher thriller Sleepaway Camp (1983). Hailed by fans and critics alike as one of the all-time greatest twisted endings in horror film cinema, this film spawned a sleuth of popular Sleepaway Camp sequels.
- 3/12/2014
- by John Squires
- DreadCentral.com
Scream Factory has officially announced a May release for their Blu-ray / DVD Collector’s Edition of Sleepaway Camp. Continue reading for a look at the cover art and the list of bonus features:
“Welcome to Camp Arawak, where teenagers learn to experience the joys of nature, as well as each other. But when these happy campers begin to die in a series of horrible “accidents”, they discover that someone – or something – has turned their summer of fun into a vacation to dismember. Fans of celebrated cult film writer/producer/director Robert Hiltzik know well the shocking tale of cult slasher thriller Sleepaway Camp (1983). Hailed by fans and critics alike as one of the all-time greatest twisted endings in horror film cinema, this film spawned a sleuth of popular Sleepaway Camp sequels.
On May 27, 2014, Scream Factory™ invites loyal fans and horror enthusiasts to relive the thrills and suspense of this all-time...
“Welcome to Camp Arawak, where teenagers learn to experience the joys of nature, as well as each other. But when these happy campers begin to die in a series of horrible “accidents”, they discover that someone – or something – has turned their summer of fun into a vacation to dismember. Fans of celebrated cult film writer/producer/director Robert Hiltzik know well the shocking tale of cult slasher thriller Sleepaway Camp (1983). Hailed by fans and critics alike as one of the all-time greatest twisted endings in horror film cinema, this film spawned a sleuth of popular Sleepaway Camp sequels.
On May 27, 2014, Scream Factory™ invites loyal fans and horror enthusiasts to relive the thrills and suspense of this all-time...
- 3/12/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Within the first 10 minutes of Return To Sleepaway Camp, a character is introduced who is so gratuitous and ridiculous, and such a transparent ruse, that you can’t help but think, is writer/director Robert Hiltzik kidding? Is he intending to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his cult slasher flick with a sendup of his own creation?
Actually, as revealed in the extras on Magnet/Magnolia’s DVD, Return was produced 20 years after the original, and has taken an extra half-decade to make it to general release. Watching the movie, it’s not hard to see why. It would be nice to say that Return To Sleepaway Camp at least succeeds in delivering a gory/campy good time, but instead it’s an 86-minute endurance test that quickly wears out its welcome by taking forever to get to the murder spree that is its raison d’etre, in the meantime...
Actually, as revealed in the extras on Magnet/Magnolia’s DVD, Return was produced 20 years after the original, and has taken an extra half-decade to make it to general release. Watching the movie, it’s not hard to see why. It would be nice to say that Return To Sleepaway Camp at least succeeds in delivering a gory/campy good time, but instead it’s an 86-minute endurance test that quickly wears out its welcome by taking forever to get to the murder spree that is its raison d’etre, in the meantime...
- 10/29/2008
- Fangoria
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