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Unearthed & Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary

A documentary on the making of the 1989 film Pet Sematary.

Unearthed & Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary

Unearthed & Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary is a 2017 American documentary film written and directed by John Campopiano and Justin White. It chronicles the making of the 1989 horror film Pet Sematary, which was based on Stephen King's eponymous novel. The documentary features interviews with several cast and crew members, including main actors, director Mary Lambert, and the producers, along with behind-the-scenes footage.

Type
Documentary film
Directors
John Campopiano, Justin White
Release year
2017
Country
United States
Subject
Making of the 1989 film Pet Sematary
Award nomination
Best Documentary at the 2017 Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards

Lore & Background

The film presents interviews with cast and crew who worked on Pet Sematary, including actors Brad Greenquist, Sean Clark, Susan Blommaert, Denise Crosby, Miko Hughes, and Dale Midkiff, as well as director Mary Lambert. It also includes behind-the-scenes scenes that offer a look at the production process. The documentary does not feature Stephen King, as noted in reviews.

Reader's Guide

Unearthed & Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary serves as an informative resource for fans of the 1989 horror film, providing firsthand accounts from key participants. While it received mixed reviews—David Andreas of Splatter Critic gave it 2.5 out of 4 stars, noting it is not groundbreaking but offers an authentic look, and Dave Heath of Cryptic Rock gave it 3.5 out of 5 stars, calling it an interesting insight despite occasional drags and the absence of Stephen King—the film was nominated for Best Documentary at the 2017 Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards. Its legacy lies in preserving the production history of a beloved horror classic for both ardent fans and newcomers.

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