BRAINDEAD aka DEAD ALIVE Movie Review | Maniacal Cinephile

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving, Stitched Together Family! Thanks for all the support and we hope you have a wonderful holiday. Be sure to serve some rich and creamy custard :)

[@DrGamelove]

Yeah, I already didn’t have an appetite because of crohns but I’m sure now I’ll be visualilizing blood pudding at lunch tomorrow, thanks.

[@lasershark3606]

Happy Thanksgiving my three minded friend enjoy food with the family

[@ianbones671]

Happy thanksgiving dudes!

[@silverscreenslasher1490]

Thanks again for satisfying my bloodlust, Andy! And yes Evil, I would go to that church too!

[@hernan3685]

Happy thanksgiving. Why is there hair in the mash potatoes...... EVIL?!

[@Schindlers_Fist]

"I kick ass for the lord!" easily one of the best lines in any movie ever.

[@smileysatanson3404]

thats a sermon i would attend

[@mrnaughtycat]

Arse

[@Iris_519]

MY FAV PART 👏🏻

[@evildoughboy7773]

Father McGruder was my hero in this movie. "This looks like a job for divine intervention! I kick ass for the Lord!"

[@koppsr]

As Bad Andy said: "I would go to that church!!" 😁👍

[@wstine79]

I remember renting this at Hollywood Video in 2007 after years of anticipation. It's gory effects and wacky characters didn't disappoint.

[@TAPKAC]

Had this on a blank video cassette with Evil Dead 2. Now THERE'S a double-feature! Fun fact: In Peter Jackson's "King Kong", there's a scene where someone goes down to the cargo hold of the ship and there's a crate that's carrying the Rat Monkey (as mentioned on the sign).

[@killerzombie2171]

Makes it even better given this film has the opposite where the ship is implied to have visited skull island with the same name of the ship

[@ryandowney8743]

This movie is amazing and Timothy Balme is right up there with Ash for horror characters. Since they filmed Ash vs Evil Dead in New Zealand I wish they had gotten him to cameo.

[@cyrisssmith8830]

Funny, I've been playing the Evil Dead game all day.

[@DchanZockt]

He made armless sweaters cool again. And mow the lawn.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

That would have been great. I'd love for him to even pop up in Wellington Paranormal or something.

[@123sui]

Fun fact: the Spanish name for this movie is called “Your mother ate my dog”

[@hunterphille1280]

It's awesome you're finally covering this one! It was crazy! Keep up the great work Andy!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@hunterphille1280]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures thank you good sir! And Happy Thanksgiving man!

[@D.A.B1994]

It just doesn't feel like a Peter Jackson movie without 14 endings.

[@freaknr1]

When I was a kid and got to rent a VHS at the local gas-station/video store, I always took a peek in the dark corner where all the horror-films where hidden away. Among all the covers, the one for Braindead stood out, depicting Lionel and his lawnmower covered in blood, with zombies with outstretched arms surrounding him. That cover fascinated me for years, and whenever I went home with Rock-a-Doodle, Prehysteria or Jurassic Park, I always wanted to take Braindead with me as well, but I knew I wouldn't be allowed. So it was a grand day when I finally got to rent it when I turned 15. And whatever images that cover had made me dream up all those years, the actual film was even wilder, and way funnier, than I had imagined.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Great story!

[@thecrimsonking5142]

​@StitchedTogetherPictures the video was great but the priest got me laughing 😂😂

[@lisaheisey6168]

I'm so glad, that you finally reviewed Brain Dead! My dad's favorite genre of movies was horror. He & my mom had me watching horror movies with them, starting when I was 3 years old. But, when I had my dad watch Brain Dead with me, about 20 years ago, it was too much even for him. Lol. I'd already seen it before. But, Brain Dead and especially the party scene, at the end of the movie, had my dad turn to me and say "Is this the kind of sick shit, that you like?" Lol. My best friend played a trick on his wife, during her watching Brain Dead with him. He'd already seen it before. So, he made vanilla pudding, before watching it with her. Just as the lunch scene, where the pus & ear fall into the pudding begins, he gave his wife the vanilla pudding to eat. While eating the pudding and watching the scene, his wife began gagging and nearly vomited. Lol. After I told my dad about the trick my friend played, on his wife, he said "Now I see why you & him best friends. You both like sick movies and have a sick sense of humor." Lol.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Love it!

[@peterobach4444]

"She's gonna need a doggy bag" had me weak! keep at it brother an I'll keep space for you and your content.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@terrylucas9817]

So glad you covered this one! I showed this to several friends last Halloween and they loved it! Please consider covering Frankenhooker

[@CthulhusDream]

I love this movie and tried getting some friends to watch it in discord sometime in October, nobody but me made it through the pudding scene hahaha

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Nice!

[@Drforrester31]

It will be such a treat to see Braindead in HD one day. Gonna do everything I can to trick my friends into watching it. I also must say, on a recent rewatch I couldn't help but be smitten with Diana Peñalver. Poquita is so damn cute (and way too pushy)

[@mychunkyjordi7585]

I saw the uncut version of Brain Dead in England as a kid as my brother had a way of getting copies. Great review as always guys 😁👍💜🐾

[@javodey]

10:39 I'll have you know, good sirs, that I get two beefy five layer burritos every time I go to taco bell, and I'm only in the bathroom for thirty minutes!

[@damienofthedamned]

Fun fact: The Rat-Monkey was brought up in an obscure cartoon on Cartoon Network. I am thankful for this video, thankful for this channel. Happy Thanksgiving, Andy!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@bradencampbell464]

Wasn't it in an episode of Billy and Mandy or something? I remember also seeing a lot of references on that show.

[@KH12foreve]

There was also a rat monkey cage on the ship in Jackson's King Kong

[@damienofthedamned]

@@bradencampbell464 Knowing that show, possibly lol. The one I know of in particular was one called "Squirrel Boy". Had an episode where a pint size exterminator is obsessed with hunting it, mistakes the titular character for it, etc.

[@dantereyes4304]

Never saw this movie. But damn that box art always stuck with me ever since seeing it as a kid. I hope that box set comes to fruition one so I can see and two to watch all those damn extras I love stuff like that no matter how lengthy it is.

[@Steve_P_B]

When you think about it, many of the greatest directors of all time started out on low budget movies. Peter Jackson, Sam Raimi, James Cameron. It's like there's something about producing a film on such a low budget that moulds a person into a great film maker. They started out by proving that quality doesn't need a big budget.

[@FINNSTIGAT0R]

For sure, and also in the horror genre, which probably isn't an accident either, since you get much more freedom to express yourself in horror

[@sacreddangermoose5260]

Best lawnmower ad I've ever seen.

[@justapeacefulmanwhosbornin7291]

'Dead Alive' originally known as 'Brain Dead' is also one of my most favorite zombie movies. Good job, Andy. Enjoy your Thanksgiving weekend. 👍

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you! You as well :)

[@lisaleonard9874]

yay it's so good to see you back. you were greatly missed. thanks for the great video

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@tonymata8070]

Oh snap, Andy is talking about the splatterfest known as Braindead aka Dead Alive? Hell yeah, that's one of my favorite zombie flicks right next to The Return of the Living Dead, Night of the Living Dead (1990) and Day of the Dead. Also this flick is cartoony like Gremlins 2, Freddy's Dead and Army of Darkness.

[@The_finestsocialworker]

Thanksgiving is the perfect time of the year to watch this!! Thanks Andys!!! It's great to see a Peter Jackson movie that isn't 3 weeks long next to the Frighteners!! Happy Thanksgiving!!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving, Keisha!

[@HorrorBorealis]

i love that you sprinkle fun facts about the making of the movie in there

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you! I had to dig deep for fun facts on this one because surprisingly there isn’t a whole lot of info out there. A lot of it came from old interviews with Timothy Balme.

[@not9387]

Yes, I love this movie just because it is so...strange, or at least it was when I first seen it - as a kid - so that might explain it. Anyways, good to see you cover it, wish I could find it somewhere.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Hopefully be able to find it again soon. Jackson was working on a 4k remaster but the Beatles project delayed it.

[@philnick1]

Thanks 3 Andys for a doing a review of this wonderful, carnage of a film. "I kick ass for the Lord"

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thanks for watching!

[@Wastingsometimehere]

Finally saw this on the internet a few years ago. I was both amazed and sickened at the same time. It's just that kind of film you have to experience.

[@Nickel_The_Wise]

..huh! the silent film slapstick comparison actually makes a ton of sense, wowie~ man, I need to shower off after that splatterfest of a comedy horror, it is a singular treat and one fitting for Andy to eat! Happy Turkey Day, you guys, and thanks again for the vids!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@vitorafmonteiro]

Having in mind the disease is called Zendaya, it is only appropriate that Lionel pulls the Peter Parker "I have to leave my beloved for her sake" with Paquita.

[@dr.decker3623]

Ahhhh,.. you skipped the best scene in cinematic history,.. When Les goes dual wield chop crazy in that close up wide angle shot,.. such a brilliant effect.

[@nickelliott629]

Well Andy I must say I am so stoked for you to review this! Means a lot being a kiwi! As always my good sir you hone your craft so well...please keep doing what you do! Much love and respect from NZ.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you so much, Nick!

[@Estorium]

Man I love this film. I watched it again (for like the 20 time) with my mom recently and she was in hysterics throughout the entire thing. An all time classic. The graveyard scene with the priest (Father McGruder) is possibly the funniest thing that I have ever seen.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Braindead bringing family together.

[@Estorium]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures If you think about it, it is a movie about family. A screwed up bonkers family, but a family movie nevertheless.

[@andywarda1481]

I remember the first time I watched this. A couple parts made me feel a little sick to my stomach. Never had I seen such gore even knowing it was fake. Overall though I loved it and the end was so funny.

[@jakealter5504]

Ah baby selwyn, the second most disturbing zombie baby in movie history after Luda’s zombie baby

[@roninanndrais]

I lucked out at a con this year and found a copy of the Japanese 104 minute cut of Brain Dead. Japanese subs are hardcoded in, but that shouldn't be a problem.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Nice find.

[@alicenolfi2095]

Happy Thanksgiving, Andy! The story is absolutely *bonkers* and it looks like a lot of fun! Wonderful job as always, Andy!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thanks, Alice!

[@alicenolfi2095]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures You're welcome!!

[@lasershark3606]

And the fact I can head out of work and see this pop up you know it's a good day

[@flyersgoji676]

Distinctly remember the box art of this at blockbuster and being afraid that I would open my mouth and find a skull in my mouth. Movie has fascinated me since then.

[@comatoasted82]

Hell yes! I'm thankful for new content from Andy GA and EA. Oh yeah I'm also thank for family and all that jazz. Happy Thanksgiving Andy, and thank you for the best content. You're the best all three of you.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@davidmichels9454]

Bravo! I have been waiting for you to cover this movie for quite a long time! Thank you for doing so Andy Andy and Andy!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@vl-s1716]

This really made me want to watch this film, it looks like a blast! Also, the music in your intro and outro is so good I rarely skip it ☺️

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you! You should definitely watch it.

[@StElna]

Great movie, great review. I watched this in 1993 in the early hours of the morning on the Sky Movies channel. I was eating cornflakes during the dinner scene. Thankfully, unlike Andy, I have a strong stomach. I keep down food for the Lord!

[@Demolitiondude]

Priest: I kick ass for the lord! Me, playing battletech against house kurita.

[@rosenrot234]

I still have a very vivid childhood memory of walking thru Hollywood Video and seeing the cover for this movie on the shelves. Of course getting freaked out and trying to avoid seeing it at all costs back then lol

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

True. That cover always stood out on video shelves.

[@rosenrot234]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures The one for the horror Jack Frost movie also scared me lol. Yeah older me finally watched that movie and thought "kid me was stupid. this movie isn't scary at all" lol

[@owaine-changaming]

Peter Jackson should start making films like these again

[@blackskullandy281]

Oh hell yeah! One of my favourite horror movies, reviewed by my favourite lunatics. This should be good...

[@John-merman]

if you guys are wondering this might be the uncut version. if you guys just want to be entertained with a lot of gore then “Braindead” aka “Dead Alive” is the movie for you.

[@DaddyNoKeys]

I'm a grown man, and I just said...out loud.."OOH, new Andy"!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Lol nice :)

[@robertchurch2866]

Such a fun movie. I remember visiting Weta cave in New Zealand and they had the baby zombie puppet on display along with the frying pan with is face smacked in. I remember asking the guy there about the amount of blood used and he said they used about 12 10 gallon oil drums worth. Man that was a cool experience

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Wow, that sounds awesome!

[@robertchurch2866]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures It was amazing. Absolutely worth it.

[@crow2724]

Looking forward to your Christmas horror reviews, although I would love to see your take on Miracle on 34th Street, OG and remakes. 🤔

[@mwheeler138]

It's been about 20 years since I've seen this movie. After watching this review I see that it's far more crazier than I even remember.

[@dommelchiorre1828]

Always glad to see a video from you, Andy!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@GyntherMeyer]

I wish Peter Jackson would hurry up with that blu-ray set! I've got all his early movies on dvd and vhs but we need them on restored blu-ray!!! I kick arse for the lord!!! xD

[@thefruitsong]

I've been binging your videos since I found you a few days ago. It's a breath of fresh air. And you know what, the mother jokes are some of my favorites because I keep forgetting she's there and the one liners have me nearly busting a gut laughing. Keep doing what you're doing, it's a wonderful thing

[@dudewhy6953]

Had a rough day at work, but at least one of my favorite KZbinrs released a new video for me to unwind to :)

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Glad to help in some way. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@evildoughboy7773]

Dead alive is one of my favorite horror comedies, but none of the disgusting scenes in this film can match the barf eating scene from bad taste. "Aren't I lucky? I got a chunky bit!"

[@ASSLEVANIA]

The best horror comedy ever? Pretty much in my book. It sucks trying to find an affordable copy of the Braindead uncut version. That’s the first version I saw at the Colonial Theater in Phoenixville where I grew up. That was the best theater experience of my life!

[@deviltaco1]

Happy Thanksgiving, Andy! Keep up the good work! Love your videos!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@Capthowdy098]

So glad I have a copy of this film and I'll be in line for that 4k release. Happy Thankskilling.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@jacktorrance6404]

I always felt that in terms of Zombie flicks, Day of the dead has the best effects.

[@cheesezee86]

Thank you for this vid, Always saw this on the shelf, Always caught my eye

[@TheSilverVixen]

I have a copy of Dead Alive on DVD and it's one of my favorites in my entire collection

[@r.j.lombardi111]

So... That's Father Ted's new parish... But what of father McGuire and father Jack?

[@bleach1430]

I had me remember when I was about five years old and I saw this movie it took me 12 years to find out what the name of this movie was because it’s been swimming around in my head No every time I watch this movie I’m glad I watched it when I was a kid it was the pioneer for me watching horror movies till this day thank you Andy for reviewing this keep it up

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@silverwol844]

This is my favorite movie! I'm so glad you reviewed it!

[@DchanZockt]

Sounds funny. But Braindead / Dead Alive is probably the most romantic zombie splatter movie ever made. 🧟🖤

[@tskmaster3837]

Back when Peter Jackson knew how to get to the point and just where to stick it. Unpopular opinion: I think Bad Taste is the better movie while Braindead is the better experience. There are just too many scenes of "We don't know what we'll do next because we don't know what we're doing now".

[@Punisher9419]

I can't be the only person who wishes Peter Jackson would still make movies like Braindead. I love the Lord of the Rings movies but after he did them it would have been cool if he went back to his roots so to speak.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Agreed! I’d love to see it.

[@JenMistress]

This and Bad Taste are both among my favs of Peter Jackson films, so was very pleased to see this video. Thank you, Andy.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you, Mistress!

[@thefaceless8796]

Awesome review as always brother. Hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thanks! You as well :)

[@QuinnLytleFilms]

Review bad taste next!!!! My second favorite all time horror film.

[@michiamamomimi]

& StitchedTogetherPictures Never clicked so quick on a vid, this should be good! Thanks Andy! Ever think of reviewing Blood Freak or Thsnkskilling this time of year

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Yes. I usually look at a list of Thanksgiving themed horror movies and pick what I'm in the mood to talk about. I don't think it would get a lot of views, but Hulu's PILGRIM was a pretty good Thanksgiving horror film.

[@michiamamomimi]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures Thanks for your quick response! Like to think I wouldn't be alone in watching a Pilgrim review! Maybe if you sell it's loosely based on a true story with the writer having pilgrim renactors staying with them and keeping in character?

[@Canalus]

I'd forgotten how creative and well directed this movie was. The shot of the greaser punching that chick through the face, holy crap, that's some great editing.

[@kegsmelv117]

Andy you picked a gem with this one, a favourite of my friends and I. Keep up the great work, 👍 from 🇮🇪

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@stevenkennedy9903]

Ah yes another Andrew special this is gonna be interesting, keep up the great work maybe you could review silent night in time for Christmas

[@ramonlopez7375]

Hell yeah one of my favorite gems! Glad you’re reviewing it

[@Johnnythat1dude]

Please, I want to see more about this! Jackson make more! This seems amazing!

[@mini_mew775]

Got home from work to find my favorite reviewer uploaded! A reason to celebrate Thanksgiving early woot woot!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@mini_mew775]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures thank you! I will be working through it but at least their giving us a free meal 😀

[@iaineakin9169]

Thanks Andy's, you've made my day again

[@SubstituteMetalhead]

Happy Thanksgiving Andy! I have been watching your videos for years and hopefully more to come!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thanks, James!

[@ABlindStoner]

Andy my man you always know how to make me laugh. Good job on all of your vids keep up the good work.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thank you!

[@andresmartin67]

In spain and latín america the movie is called " tu madre se ha comido a mi perro" (the line Paquita says after the dogo snack) and "muertos de miedo" Great video Andy

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Nice!

[@HollandCrafthart]

I claim the Cool Drunkle (Cool Drunk Uncle) role, in the Stitched Together Family. Tiddy bars? Check. Weird political views? Check, but this time it's "guillotine," as a general rule. Drunk a lot? You know it! Great video, Andy! I love getting videos from you on holidays, especially if they're pre-slated for release. It makes me feel great knowing you are doing some feasting of your own, today! Best Wishes

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thanks, Holland!

[@BabayaGuns]

Nice to see this review , this still is the most WTF movie I ever watched in my life

[@scottjohnson1751]

Thank you for reviewing this is a all time favorite in my collection. Peter Jackson horror stuff is the best

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Thanks for watching!

[@EpicJasonX9000]

3:45 Ah, now I know where that quote came from. I heard that sound clip as censorship from Dario Casali’s livestreams. He’s the guy along with his brother Milo who worked on the 2nd half of Final Doom called The Plutonia Experiment.

[@juancarlosmorales548]

Fun fact: if you pause at the last moment at the rat monkey. It gives Mum the finger.

[@marvin25m]

that baby scene in the park still has me laughing all over the place

[@donvandenberg5301]

Love the "gas up our lawn mower, and kick ass for the lord," reference.

[@johntrains1317]

I remember the first time I saw Dead Alive. I would always watch those, counting down, "the best horror movies of all time" shows, they played on tv at halloween. Dead Alive was always top ten along w The Evil Dead, which has become one of my favorites. So I decided to watch Dead Alive a few years later when I saw it for $3. I must've been 16 years old. I spent most of the movie very confused, up until the ending with the lawnmower scene and I just burst out laughing and could not stop the rest of the movie. I finally got the joke. The over the top comedic violence was just so damn crazy 😂 bravo Peter. I still cant believe this is one of his early films. Im really looking forward to that remaster. Thanks for the review, Stitched!

[@TheTonyahawk]

Awesome!!!! I'll wait to watch this with my daughter after work tonight. Happy Thanksgiving Andys!!!

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@horseheadkid]

i've loved this movie since the moment it came out. paquita: "oh my god! your mother ate my dog!" lionel: "not all of it." - up there in my top 5 movies quotes of all time.

[@darianstarfrog]

Ahh, the kiwi classic, haven't seen that since I was 11tbh.. maybe I should revisit.. glad you enjoy it 😈

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

You definitely should.

[@anthonygonzalez2187]

I love this film . I kick ass for the Lord lol I remember the first time watching this and I was lmao. Jackson should make a part 2 . Great video keep up the great work

[@moxiemaxie3543]

What a fever dream. I remember this movie in bits and pieces but never the plot.

[@brandonriggs2005]

I've heard about that too Andy that Jackson has plan to release this early films blu-ray and 4K Bad Taste, Meet The Feebles, and Dead Alive aka (Brain Dead) I wonder if Jackson will do the Romero route by releasing all 3 version of dead alive the heavily butchered 85min theater cut, the Jackson seal of approval 97min unrated cut, and the complete version 104min director's cut. And what do you and everyone else think Jackson should work with for his blu-ray and 4K releases Shout Factory, Arrow, Severin, or Vinegar Syndrome.

[@StitchedTogetherPictures]

I don’t know about the butchered version but the 97 and 104 minute versions would be nice.

[@brandonriggs2005]

@@StitchedTogetherPictures The 85min version has almost all the gore removed of the movie I saw that version and well loved 97min one at a video rental years ago. As for the 104min director's cut you can find it on youtube somewhere with the original title Braindead.

[@Acristisnoir]

I've loved this movie since seeing it at 11.... good times all around

[@TheBeird]

My first exposure to Peter Jackson was the Lord of the Rings, so going through his back catalog and watching Bad Taste and this? Bit of a shock. Good fun tho