Demonic creature feature Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight, released in theaters on January 13, 1995, turns 30 today. To celebrate its milestone anniversary, the film’s special effects makeup designer and creator Todd Masters (“From,” It Lives Inside, Slither) has spent the day sharing rare behind-the-scenes images and concept art on Instagram. A tongue-in-cheek action-horror […]
Demonic creature feature Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight, released in theaters on January 13, 1995, turns 30 today. To celebrate its milestone anniversary, the film’s special effects makeup designer and creator Todd Masters (“From,” It Lives Inside, Slither) has spent the day sharing rare behind-the-scenes images and concept art on Instagram.
A tongue-in-cheek action-horror hybrid that boasted great practical creature work and a stellar cast from top to bottom, Demon Knight followed ex-solider Brayker (William Sadler) as he’s forced to take refuge in an isolated hotel and find a successor for his biblical quest. Brayker’s last stand becomes ground zero in a high-stakes battle for Earth’s domination. The fight between a ragtag group, led by Brayker and Jeryline (Jada Pinkett Smith), against demonic ghouls led by the charismatic Collector (Billy Zane) is a complete blast from start to finish. Ernest Dickerson’s direction and Todd Masters’ delightful creature designs, plus an ensemble cast with no shortage of memorable performances, iconic scenes, and quotable lines of dialogue, make this ’90s gem a fan favorite.
