The 1985 picture Evil Town, directed by Curtis Hanson, Larry Spiegel, and Mardi Rustam, offers an unusual glimpse into the originality and quirkiness of 1980s horror movies. Though it never became a blockbuster, this lesser-known picture has a distinct position in the genre’s history.
The story takes place in a quiet, bucolic town that appears normal but hides a deadly truth. The elderly folks discovered a technique to lengthen their lives by using a serum made from young people’s cells. To obtain this serum, they kidnap unsuspecting visitors and drain their vitality, leaving only dead shells.
One of the film’s most intriguing moments is a photo of the lead actor, Lynda Wiesmeier, posing with her co-star, both costumed in throwback manner. At first sight, it looks like a standard 1980s image. The male wears a gray hoodie embellished with colorful shapes and dark shorts, while the woman wears a bright red blouse knotted around her waist and high-waisted white shorts.
What actually captures the eye is the background: the two stand in front of a dilapidated brown station wagon, surrounded by tall trees, providing a nostalgic and natural setting.
Just looking at this photograph transports you back in time, eliciting nostalgia and desire for bygone days.
The photograph serves as a sobering reminder of how times have changed. Take a closer look and enjoy a beautiful voyage down memory lane.
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