A film by Andrea Mastrovito. Score produced by Matthew Nolan (Guitar / electronics / synths) in collaboration with Kevin Murphy (cello) and Ceara Conway (vocals)

Bram Stoker Festival presents the Irish Live Premiere of this radical reimagining of the cult horror film Night of the Living Dead.

I am NOT Legend is radical reimagining of the cult horror film Night of the Living Dead, set to a pulsing soundtrack, performed live, produced by Irish composter Matthew Nolan.

“I Am NOT Legend plays out like a game of word association, with each line of dialogue consisting of quotes from famous films, books and songs. Each reference builds upon the last as the trapped characters borrow or paraphrase quotes from the universes of Jaws, R.E.M. and War of the Worlds, among many others.” Headstuff Review

Using his unique technique of drawing, painting, and physically ripping paper by hand, Mastrovito has augmented the film’s original frames to create a completely new story arc. His characters use the words and gestures of others to propel his narrative forward, which Mastrovito likens to how people communicate today via social media and memes – reusing and recycling quotes and images from other sources to comment on their own experiences.

Artist and filmmaker Andrea Mastrovito adds new flesh to one of the masterpieces of horror cinema, Night of the Living Dead, creating a screenplay composed entirely of quotes from famous films, books and other sources – a pop-culture interpretation of one of cinema’s most enduring films.

“Thought-provoking, chilling, and nuanced in its careful uses of adaptation and recontextualisation, Mastrovito’s reimagining will be fascinating viewing for anyone interested in either Romero’s work or wider explorations of popular culture.”Headstuff Review

Age Suitability: 18+

Duration: 68 mins

Latecomers: Latecomers will be admitted. Please note that this is a site-specific venue with unreserved seating. We recommend you get to the venue early in order to choose a suitable seat.

Accessibility: Venue is wheelchair accessible, however there is no wheelchair accessible toilet.

Tickets: €22 including booking fee