There are few films that highlight special FX artist which
makes the documentary Invaluable: The
Story of an Epic Artist (2014) such a special treat. Director Ryan Meade has crafted an elegant
love letter to artist Tim Sullivan who was the man behind the horrifying
creations seen in Sam Raimi’s Evil Dead
films. Meade has cobbled together an
impressive collection of interviews from various associates of Sullivan’s from
the Evil Dead films to give an honest
look at not only a talented artist but a unique group of indie films from
dedicated friends and film makers.
What’s most impressive about the film is the fact that Meade
has managed to interview Sullivan at conventions, at original locations of the
films, at his own studio and a wide variety of other areas. Meade’s also managed to get a great many
interviews with such names as Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sanweiss, Betsy Baker, Ted
Raimi, Scott Spiegel and Robert Kurtzman, to name a few. Although Sullivan rarely works in film today,
his artwork can still be seen all over the place as he continues to work. The film not only delves into Sullivan’s
past, but looks at his present through his convention visits and continue
adoration from fans everywhere.
Meade even gets a look at some of the original props used in
the films which have rarely seen the light of day outside of the films. Meade has a way of not only crafting a love
letter for horror fans but also an in depth look into an influential artist
whose work still intrigues and fascinates to this day. This is a well done film that both horror
fans and general artists can enjoy.
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