The first feature-length discussion of the Spanish zombie film, which rose to prominence in the 1970s. This documentary was made for Synapse Film's release of "Tombs of the Blind Dead" on Blu-ray in 2022.
What was the reason behind the sudden appearance of Spanish zombie films in the 1970s, beginning with the classic "Tombs of the Blind Dead", and how did these films challenge the reign of General Franco? This documentary provides some insight into the times that birthed many horror classics and influenced a new generation of Spanish horror filmmakers.—Frank Welles