The Rosary, The Vampire, and George Romero - Tony Buba

“"She’s saying the Rosary because she’s terrified. She’s so afraid George is going to miss and really drive that stake through the actor’s heart."”

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The Rosary, The Vampire, and George Romero

by Tony Buba

An aspiring filmmaker foregoes big city lights for blood and vampires in Pennsylvania.

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George & Tony on the set of Dawn of the Dead.

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Martin, played by John Amplas, in bed with the stake in his heart while George Romero looks on nonchalantly.

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Tata Cuda, played by Lincoln Mazel, about to drive the stake into Martin's heart.