Legendary writer/director/producer/composer John Carpenter (“Halloween”) needs help. He’s asking for donations to the Geroge A. Romero Foundation (GARF). An organization dedicated to honoring the life work and cultural influence of the late writer/director/producer George A. Romero (“Night of The Living Dead”). The organization mostly focuses on supporting the next generation of filmmakers and artists inspired by his legacy.
In the Instagram Reel is delivered in Carpenter’s signature, straightforward style. He lays out that GARF seeks to raise $15,000 by October 31st, to support its initiatives for writers of horror. According to the website these include “the “The Dead” podcast with Bloody Disgusting, Screams in a Box, Outpost 5, and our upcoming project in development, a virtual “summer camp” for aspiring horror writers. We will be a sponsor for the Horror Writers Association, and The GARF will be the marquis presenter for the Final Frame program at the Bram Stoker Convention of Horror Writers.”
Basically, if there are aspiring horror creators, GARF will be there.
Carpenter also explains each person who donates $500 to help the cause will get a chance to win a t-shirt signed by him. The caption for his Reel contains a donation link and points out;
“All our favorite horror films, stories, books, graphic novels, podcasts, and more began with putting pen to paper. George was not only a visionary filmmaker but also a prolific and talented writer. His contributions to the world of horror extended beyond the camera, as he crafted compelling narratives that explored societal issues through the lens of the undead. His works often delved into themes of societal collapse, human nature under duress, and the consequences of unchecked scientific experimentation, leaving a lasting imprint on both the horror genre and the broader world of storytelling”
And there is no denying that Romero’s impact is still felt all over the horror genre. Even after his passing in July 2017. His final “Living Dead” film will be coming to life courtesy of director Brad Anderson. The documentary “George A. Romero’s Resident Evil” will also be released sometime next year. Which will tell the story of the horror icon almost directing the first live-action film adaptation of the “Resident Evil” video games, which he also helped inspire. Not to mention countless other projects directly or indirectly related to him that are still in the works.
If you’d like to support GARF, donations can be made via the website. You can watch Carpenter’s full video below:
