About Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives

"Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives" is the sixth film in the "Friday the 13th" horror franchise. Directed and written by Tom McLoughlin, the movie was released in 1986. The storyline resumes with Tommy Jarvis, who accidentally resurrects Jason Voorhees while trying to confirm his death. The undead Jason returns to Crystal Lake and resumes his vicious killing spree.

Making / Production

Producer Frank Mancuso Jr., wanting to distance from the controversy of the previous film, hired McLoughlin to create a more fun, adventurous film. The movie was shot in Georgia and Alabama and is the first film in the franchise to feature Jason as an undead being, marking a significant shift in the series.

Actors

• Thom Mathews as Tommy Jarvis: Returning as Tommy Jarvis, Mathews brings a more assertive take to the character. He is determined to end Jason's reign of terror, giving a commendable performance that drives the narrative.
• C.J. Graham as Jason Voorhees: Graham's representation of Jason Voorhees offers a menacing figure that terrorizes the inhabitants of Crystal Lake relentlessly.
• Jennifer Cooke as Megan: As the sheriff's daughter who joins Tommy on his mission, Cooke's performance adds a touch of charm and strength to the film.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Jason Lives" was originally intended to be named "Jason Has Risen."
• The film contains numerous visual and dialogue references to other films, including "Frankenstein," "James Bond," and "Gone with the Wind."
• Director Tom McLoughlin took home Jason's tombstone after production and uses it as a Halloween decoration.

Quotes

• "You're all doomed! You're all doomed!" - Crazy Ralph
• "Jason belongs in Hell - and I'm gonna see to it that he gets there." - Tommy Jarvis
• "Some folks have a strange idea of entertainment.” – Sheriff Mike Garris

Music, Soundtrack

• "Teenage Frankenstein" by Alice Cooper
• "Hard Rock Summer" by Alice Cooper
• "He's Back (The Man Behind the Mask)" by Alice Cooper, the film's theme song.

Awards

The movie did not win any major awards, however, it did receive relatively positive reviews compared to other sequels of this genre and has a loyal cult following.