#slaying cadaver style

[cartoon-skeleton]

sometimes I feel like I’m the sexiest person in the world after I have a good day in the studio so I go to take a lighthearted selfie with my work in progress but the lighting in the studio is so humbling I end up fighting demons instead

[thedeaditeslayer]

Groovy! Bruce Campbell finally shows up to Rock and Shock at DCU and Palladium.

Here’s a short article style interview with Bruce Campbell on Ash vs. Evil Dead.

WORCESTER — All right, you primitive screw-heads, listen up!

“Groovy” Bruce Campbell is coming to Rock and Shock this weekend (Saturday and Sunday only) at the DCU Center to bury Ashley “Ash” Williams, not to praise him.

The chainsaw-wielding,“boomstick”-carrying, wisecracking, Deadite-slaying hero of the “Evil Dead” movies and Starz network’s original series “Ash vs Evil Dead” is no more, according to the 61-year-old Michigan.

Last year’s finale of “Ash vs Evil Dead” marked the end of Ash and the “Evil Dead” universe, as far as Campbell is concerned, so much so that he added a “Requiem for Ash” chapter in the paperback version of his New York Times best-selling autobiography, “Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of a B Movie Actor,” in which he says, “Out of respect for my ability to properly portray a particular character, I’m retiring Ash, not retiring from acting. I’m retiring from a very technically demanding type of acting, not the craft itself.”

In 1979, Campbell, his high school pal (and future A-list Hollywood director) Sam Raimi and fellow Michigander Rob Tapert scraped up $350,000 and went out into the woods to shoot the low-budget film, “The Evil Dead,” which took them four years, on and off, to finish.

Not only did it become an instant cult classic and one of the most successful independent films ever made, “The Evil Dead” spawned two sequels, 1987′s “Evil Dead 2: Dead By Dawn” and 1992′s “Army of Darkness.”

And, when “Evil Dead” fans were clamoring for 20 years for a installment, Campbell, Raimi and Tapert gave them an “Evil Dead” remake (without Ash) instead.

“Unmercifully, for years, it was ‘Evil Dead 4’! ‘Evil Dead 4’! ‘Evil Dead 4’! People wouldn’t shut up about it,” Campbell said during a recent phone interview. “We gave them a remake. Some people thought it was OK. Some people thought it was too serious. Some people were pissed there was no Ash. So, all the remake did is poked the zit. So, we went, OK, let’s give Ash his final hurrah.”

Rock and Shock info:

After decades of saying it’s never going to happen, Campbell suited up (with chainsaw as hand) as Ash — not in “Evil Dead 4” but for three unrated seasons of “Ash vs Evil Dead,” a series that ran from Oct. 31, 2015, to April 29, 2018, on Starz.

“No studio is going to give you multi-millions of dollars to make an unrated movie,” Campbell said. “So, in this case, we thought, OK, let’s bring it back as a TV show. We can do a lot more material. So you get 15 fresh hours. If those were movies, it would have taken us 20 years to put out that much.”

Filmed in Auckland, New Zealand, with the same creative team that worked on the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Ash vs Evil Dead” was a step up in quality from the early, low-budget “Evil Dead” films.

“These craftsmen were able to finally silence all the people who were like you and your low-budget effects,” Campbell said. “Our art direction, all of the design, the effects, the stage work, I put up against any show out there, perhaps with the exception of ‘Game of Thrones.’”

In addition to the creative behind-the-scenes crew, Campbell praises his two, game-for-anything co-stars, Ray Santiago and Dana DeLorenzo, who played Pablo and Kelly, respectively.

“We got lucky,” Campbell said. “I don’t use that word much but we were very fortunate in that we got two actors at the right time. They were very game. They were very ready. They had some experience but not too much experience. And they left it all on the table. Ray and Dana, it was great to watch them do their stuff.”

“Ash vs Evil Dead” also reunited “Xena: Warrior Princess” (Lucy Lawless) with Autolycus, the “King of Thieves” (Campbell).

“We knew we wanted Lucy desperately. And I don’t know if we served Ruby (Lawless’ “Ash vs Evil Dead” character) as well as we should have. That’s my only regret,” Campbell said. “I never saw her have a bad day on set. She’s always polite, always professional, and she kept me in line. I mean, she really did. I get a little pissy on set. I look over at her and she’s like, ‘C’mon, same team, same team.’ I would use her in anything. She can do anything.”

Campbell said his inner fanboy was very excited working opposite Lee Majors, aka “The Six Million Dollar Man,” who agreed to play Ash’s potty mouthed, womanizer dad on “Ash vs Evil Dead.”

“Lee got the joke and he loved the fact that he could play a guy that was so not Lee Majors,” Campbell said. “It couldn’t be any better than this, doing a scene with Lee Majors, talking about your bionic hand. And he goes, ‘It looks like some piece of (expletive) made in China.’ Those are the little golden moments that made the drudgery worthwhile. I still call him dad.”

Campbell said his favorite “Ash vs Evil Dead” episode is “Delusion,” in which Ash wakes up from a nightmare only to find himself in an asylum with a demonic “Ashy Slashy” puppet.

“Honestly, that (expletive) puppet is haunting me to the end of my dreams,” Campbell said.

As for the sickest, most disgusting and depraved scene he filmed on the show, Campbell said it was when Ash’s head goes up a cadaver’s butt.

“It wasn’t intended initially,” Campbell said. “Ash was just going to have a fight with a colon and then our trusted producer, Mr. Rob Tapert, said, ‘I know what you got to do. You got to go up butt.’”

While fans are forever hopeful for another installment of the further misadventure of Ash and his faithful “boomstick,” Campbell said he had to put the kibosh on it because the role is too much physical wear and tear on the middle-aged actor.

“I would send a series of emails to the director about the upcoming episode warning them of my infirmary would get worse as the season went on,” Campbell said. “And, honestly, if we did a season four, you know people would have said, ‘Hey, if we only had a season five.’ Then, you do a season five. They’d go, ‘If only we had another movie.’ So you have to accept the fact that ‘Evil Dead’ fans will never ever be satisfied and that’s OK and that’s why we love them.”

In fact, Campbell said likes the way they ended the series.

“You finally let the schmo have his day,” Campbell said. “Ash’s not just a guy in a crappy trailer home. He’s actually is a guy written up in an ancient book (the ‘Necronomicon’). So he goes off to battle evil in the future with a hot robot chick. What the hell wrong with that? It’s perfect.”

If they had a season four of “Ash vs Evil Dead,” Campbell said he would have killed off Ash once and for all.

“I’m sure Sam Raimi or Rob Tapert would have had a heart attack but Ash would have fulfilled his destiny,” Campbell said. “He would have battled evil in the past, present and future. That’s fulfilling his destiny. Hands the mantle to the new man or women, child or beast, dies heroically saving the day ... So it’s a big sacrifice, total Luke Skywalker, Joseph Campbell. I’d go all the way.”

Campbell is not only the most requested guest at the popular horror convention in its 15 years of existence, “Rock and Shock” organizers have been trying to get the Ash actor since day one. So why now?

“Every year is different in this roadshow called Bruce Campbell,” the beloved B-movie actor and New York Times best-selling author said. “It was due. And I’m selling a paperback version of ‘Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of a B-Movie Actor.’”

Campbell said he can’t wait to finally meet his “Rock and Shock” fans.

“A lot of them are very shy people,” Campbell said of his fans. “They wait two hours in line. They come to the table and they can’t say anything. And I feel for them. So I torment them.”

For those who dish out their hard-earned dough for a photo-op, Campbell offers these friendly words of advice.

“Bring props. Props are good. Bring ‘Evil Dead’ books, axes, chainsaws. Let’s spice up your photo. Wear something kooky. Dress up. Wear a shirt with a collar,” Campbell said. “If you’re going to get a photograph that’s’ going above the mantel, come on man, put some pride in it.”

[x-never-stay-sober-x]

Not upgrading your wardrobe with the present-day trends is like sticking yourself in a bad relationship. It’s like keeping the cadaver of your dead cat, even when you know it’s dead af. The only wise decision is to move on, bury the remains & accept the inevitable change.

If you’re ever confused between white & black, choose blue. Pasta and risotto, order a lasagna. Coke & Pepsi, have a thumbs up. Doesn’t make sense? Well my point here is that sometimes wild choices make all the difference.  Also timing plays an essential role, if you aren’t up to date, chances are that you’re gonna lose the game.

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Don’t worry! I have your back at least in making you aware of what’s trending in fashion? From NY Fashion Week to Indian Fashion Week, I’ve got you all covered.

Current/Trending:

1.

The Velvet Vogue:

Velvet is making a huge comeback & I can not wait to fill up my wardrobe with this enchanting fabric.

From jumpsuits to tailored jackets, velvet & its allys like silk is booming everywhere these days. And why not? It looks so slinky, slutry & rich. I had plenty of ideas in my mind on how to add more quirkiness to plain velvet apparels & giving them an edge.

All black everything. (well mostly everything) Have a look at this black velvet hoodie from H&M.

Try & resist yourself but tell me honestly if you haven’t fallen in love with it already.

Benefits of having this stunning piece of clothing is that it saves you from the unpredictable weather because it’s not fully warm but just enough to give you that feeling of warm cuddles.

Related accessories–

Round Sunglasses- Marc Jacobs, Black bead handbands- Thrifted

White sneakers- Zara.

2.

Faux Leather–

The time has come when I present the main attraction of this whole look which is indeed sorcerous. The black faux leather trousers. Attention seeking? Yes. Body fitted? Yes. And fascinating as fuck? Hell Yes. There’s no chance that people won’t turn around in the club to have a look at your alluring attire. 

And it’s thriving this season, thanks to Joanne (Lady Gaga) for wearing that kickass underboobs flashing outfit on this year’s Grammy Awards, showing off her amazing figure & choking the ungrateful body shamers.

3.

Faux Fur–

Name one fashion geek who isn’t fond of faux fur, I’ll wait. I mean since the first episode of Scream Queens( Thriller-Comedy T.V Series) Most of Chanel’s outfits are made out of faux fur. TMI? okay. Everyone from Bebe Rexha to our highly adored rapper/singer Maclemore

Cape Cardigan- Forever 21 

Deep Round Neck T-shirt- H&M 

Sling Bag– Claire’s

4.

Tench Coats-

 I’ve already mentioned in my previous articles that my love for trench coats is eternal. Here’s is another enticing long trench from my collection.

Pairing it up with this floral vest from Forever 21. Because you never know when it gets too hot.

Trench Coat– Punk

 Sunglasses- Forever 21

Using the faux leather trousers in all the 3 looks to show you guys how simple it is to slay them without any distress.

 5.

Sportswear alliance-

Mixing up your gym wear with your party attire is totally digging. I know the time when I’m at the gym at 7 & I gotta hit the bar at 9. The hack works perfectly. For instance I wore to a friend’s birthday party.

Top- Adidas Originals.

Bottom- Nike Dryfit Series.

Shoes- H&M/ Adidas

6.

Bell bottoms/ Flare Jeans/ Wide leg palazzo-90’s trend is coming back in a big way & I’m freaking out because Damn! I love it. Almost fully prepared for the sass, I’m still experimenting with my looks. 

From stunning evening vibes to sophisticated work vibes, bell bottomed trousers work both ways.

This is what I wore on my birthday night.

7.

Trendy backpacks:

Already featured in preceding articles.

Link: Squishy Sweaters- Office Couture.

Stay tuned for more in upcoming articles.

8.

Rain-wear:

Previously featured in my last year’s monsoon special.

Here’s the link: Silver lining lookbook- Be Monsoon Ready.

9.

Shades of yellow-

Didn’t I tell you guys already? And you still don’t trust me. Ugh. Look for yourself & love me more.

Link to the article: Quirky Cunts: 4 New hip kicks.

10.

Mixing denims with other fabrics: Upcoming article, here’s the glimpse:

11.

Jacket/Shirt round the waist: Been there, done that? Well it’s back. Actually I’m wearing it right now while writing this article. You’d know if you follow my Snapchat.(Akshayeee)

-More common trends popping up this year:

12. Over-sized bombers

13. Windbreakers

14. High waist trousers

15. Super short shorts

Obsolete/Out fashion:

1.

Stretchable skinny jeans- No please. And no more Kurtas with those Jeans to college.

2.

Corset dress- Hell Naw Ladies. No more prom fantasics. 

3.

White sneakers-  Okay sit down, we need to talk. I know how troublesome it is to clean your white ass sneakers everyday. And some people make it even worse by wearing the dirty ones, giving YOLO excuses. No, not anymore. Please. Okay? Good.

4.

Ultra low waist-

Excuse me, What the givenchy?  When was it ever in trend? Staaph, spare the horror.

5.

High heels/ higher than 5 or 6 inches-

  Good, I won’t have to see girls falling on their faces in clubs anymore, pretending it’s a dance move. Furthermore, boys on the dance floor.

6.

Hippie/The Boho Style-

Well it supposedly had it’s day but “So Boho” it’s time for you to retire.

7.

Sweatpant Looks-

Yes! Majorly sweatpants tucked into your tube socks is a no no.

8.

V-Neck Sweaters

I’m still up for V-neck t-shirts for once in while if I don’t have anything else to wear but for work/office, please try & avoid them.

Since last year, there’re lot of changes going on in fashion & styling. Remember not to give a fuck, it’s up to you if you want to follow these trends.  I’ll try & bring you guys the best hacks, tips & my own trends, like I always do.

Be creative, be humble & feel free to write down in the comment section below.

XO

Akshay Sharma

NSS.

15 Fashion Trends You Must Follow This Year/ Obsolete Trends You Should Avoid- Men /Women Not upgrading your wardrobe with the present-day trends is like sticking yourself in a bad relationship. It's like keeping the cadaver of your dead cat, even when you know it's dead af.