"Day of the Dead" (1985) Film Screening

The Spooky Picture Show proudly presents a 40th anniversary screening of George A. Romero’s DAY OF THE DEAD - a haunting and uncompromising vision of a world overrun by the dead and abandoned by the living.

This special evening will include an appearance by Matt Klahr, son of the late Gary Klahr, who portrayed the soldier Steele in the film. Matt will join us for a post-screening conversation, sharing memories of his father’s work on DAY OF THE DEAD and reflecting on the film’s enduring legacy in horror cinema.

Released in 1985, DAY OF THE DEAD is the third chapter in George A. Romero’s influential Living Dead series. Set in a world where civilization has collapsed and the undead rule the surface, a small group of scientists and military personnel remain hidden in an underground military compound. As the outside world decays, tensions rise inside - between those clinging to scientific hope, and those ruled by fear and control. Featuring groundbreaking special effects by Tom Savini and a powerful score by John Harrison, DAY OF THE DEAD remains one of the most sobering and visceral portrayals of a society on the brink.

Join us in commemorating four decades of Romero’s unforgettable vision with a theatrical experience that honors the film’s artistry, legacy, and cultural impact.

Tickets:
Adults $12
Seniors $10
Members $8

Location: Cinema Salem