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OnlineHost: In 1979, with his Detroit friends, Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert, Bruce raised $350,000 for a low-budget film, "Evil Dead," in which he starred and executive produced. Completed piecemeal over four years, the film first gained notoriety in England where it became the best-selling video of 1983, beating out "The Shining." Welcome to AOL Live, Bruce Campbell!

AOLiveMC1: Hello and welcome, Bruce Campbell. It is nice to have you with us this evening.

Bruce Campbell: Thanks! Hello cyber-knuckleheads!

AOLiveMC1: Are you ready to answer some questions, Bruce?

Bruce Campbell: Heck yeah!

AOLiveMC1: Here's our first audience question.

Freak518: I wanted to know if Bruce had any plans to work with Sam Raimi again and if that included another "Evil Dead" sequel.

Bruce Campbell: I have always worked with Sam in varying degrees. I have worked on "Herc" and "Gothic," etc. There are currently no plans for another sequel.

MnLtKnigh: I'm glad TNT is airing reruns of "Brisco County, Jr." Will there ever be a reunion movie?

Bruce Campbell: Not in our lifetime, I'm afraid.

Spock732: Can you please tell us more about the character you lend your voice to in "Cold-Blooded?"

Bruce Campbell: The guy is half shark, half tough guy. Go figure.

TJW81: Hello, Mr. Campbell, you are my favorite actor! Do you know if there is a website where I can see a personal biography?

AOLiveMC1: The answer is on its way folks!

Bruce Campbell: Yep. Http://members.aol.com/justinw3/bruce.html

AOLiveMC1: These web addresses are murder!

Chris1014: I love to watch "Lois and Clark." I never realized that you were a regular. Who do you play? Thanks, Chrissy.

Bruce Campbell: I'm not a regular. I have been on several times. I played a criminal, Bill Church Jr.

El Pollo9 In "Evil Dead 2," when Ash is listening for his hand in the wall, he does this neat ear twitch. Can you really do that or was that done with a string?

Bruce Campbell: I can really do that. I'm highly trained.

AOLiveMC1: Wow!

Rperry68: Bruce, I was really disappointed when "Brisco" was canceled. At the time, I thought it was the best show on TV. Why do you think FOX nixed it? By the way, "Army of Darkness" has a permanent spot in my video collection!

Bruce Campbell: Because FOX is geared for urban audiences. We appealed to rural.

OnlineHost: We are talking to "Evil Dead" Actor/Producer Bruce Campbell.

MARCYJL: Hi, I was the ad for the VA lottery commercial you were in. Thanks for helping us out. You were great.

Bruce Campbell: Gee thanks! Cough up the residual checks!

GriffonEG: Greetings, Bruce! So are you going to be appearing anymore in the show, "Ellen?"

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, at least 3 more. Stay tuned!

Spock732: When will the episodes of "Xena" that you will star in air?

Bruce Campbell: Sorry, don't know yet. Check those local listings!

Barbara S: Hi, Bruce! Other than great scripts, what do you most enjoy reading?

Bruce Campbell: I am a reality guy. I find it far more interesting than fiction.

OnlineHost: Our guest tonight is "Evil Dead" Actor/Producer Bruce Campbell.

CCoving73: Mr. Bruce, I would like to know who does your casting.

Bruce Campbell: I get my phony parts in a number of ways, some through agents, some friends, etc. It all depends. Why? Do you want to hire me?

Spock732: Bruce, how was filming "Herbie the Love Bug?" Discuss.

Bruce Campbell: "Herbie" was swell. It's fun talking to an inanimate object.

CCW524: I loved the "Evil Dead" trilogy. I know there were a lot of problems with the third installment. Were you happy with the last movie?

Bruce Campbell: Pseudo. The studio made it into a different beast. Either way, though, to be fair, it was always going to be a dumbbell film.

DROSZ: Bruce, what was it like working on "Intruder?" Emil Sitka is a staple of all three stooges. Did you interact with him much off-screen?

Bruce Campbell: I worked with Emil more in "Crimewave." He was the only human being I've ever known to do a quadruple take.

Texas7610: What is the latest on your television series development deal with Disney? Producing?

Bruce Campbell: It's going to be a long, winding road. Many moons will go by before I have a concrete answer.

CCW524: Would you ever consider writing a book on your film and television career and the people you've worked with? Given your acting history, I think it would be very interesting.

Bruce Campbell: Sure, I'm sure we could sell a couple dozen copies. You have heard wrong, pilgrim.

DROSZ: I hear "Evil Dead 4" is in the works. Give us some details here in Michigan. More cameos (i.e. Bridget Fonda, etc.)?

Bruce Campbell: Sorry, jumped the gun.

TheChump: Bruce, I enjoyed your hidden cameo in "Fargo." Will we be able to find you in the next Coen Brothers film?

Bruce Campbell: Watch it and look very closely. You may even have to see it 4 or 5 times.

DEATHSTAB: Any way we can get in contact with you for things such as autographs, Bruce?

Bruce Campbell: I'll post it here and now. My stinkin' e-mail address: bcact@aol.com. Just please keep it to one question per e-mail, for my sake!

DEATHSTAB: Bruce, what's your personal philosophy?

Bruce Campbell: Shoot straight and tell the truth. Oh, and drink your milk, clean your room, etc.

BSiao: How tall are you?

Bruce Campbell: 6'1" with boots on.

Dezbot: Please tell us about the film you are set to direct. I believe it is called "The Nightmare Man?"

Bruce Campbell: Close enough. "Night Man." No start date yet.

Darrksyyd: Bruce, was that you under the makeup in "Darkman?"

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, at the very end. Rent it, just to make sure.

ImHate: How long have you been friends with Sam Raimi, and when did you guys start working together?

Bruce Campbell: I met the poor sap in 1975 in drama class. His pantomime sucked and we became pals.

TabacRoya: Bruce, why did you choose the title, "Army of Darkness," over "Medieval Dead?"

Bruce Campbell: The cheezeball studio wanted to keep the name different than the other two films. Brain surgeons!

OnlineHost: We are talking to "Evil Dead" Actor/Producer Bruce Campbell.

Bruce Campbell: Those are my real typos, gang.

GameRukes: How do you relate to Duke Nukem of "Duke Nukem 3D" for PC, since he uses most of your famous quotes from the "Evil Dead/Army of Darkness" series?

Bruce Campbell: Well, they're kind of ripping us off, but, hey, it's America! We'll just have to sue the daylights out of them!

Clairette: Bruce, are you attached and, if so, how do your family and friends like your eclectic works?

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, I'm a married fool. My parents are extremely supportive. My brothers think I'm a bit of an odd duck, I think.

RBean 69: Does your personality reflect as Ash?

Bruce Campbell: Yep, on a really bad day.

LuluBleu: How long have you been into acting?

Bruce Campbell: Since 1971, when some kid got sick during a community theater play "The King and I," and I got a better part.

Quark3123: Bruce, could give the status on two projects your name has been mentioned in? The first is "Cold-Blooded." There hasn't been any information in months, and 7th Level doesn't have a release date listed. Also, "Spiderman," were you contacted to audition?

Bruce Campbell: The "Cold Blooded" thing will have to work itself out, but I'm not going to be "Spidey."

OnlineHost: We are talking to "Evil Dead" Actor/Producer Bruce Campbell.

DEATHSTAB: How old are you, Bruce? Give us some personal stats, place of birth, etc.

Bruce Campbell: I was born the year of the Edsel. You figure it out. I have two swell kids, a couple of wives, etc. The whole bit.

ImHate: What was it like working with David Carradine?

Bruce Campbell: He's a very cool cat. Everything is slow and methodical. He never goes up or down, just a straight line.

RonK5848: Bruce, you seem to be very good at avoiding typecasts. What's your secret?

Bruce Campbell: Learn to say "no". It's really as simple as that. You have to be willing to suck some eggs for a while.

Siberri: There was so much dark humor in the Dead series. Whose idea was the "Farewell to Arms" thing?

Bruce Campbell: I think that was the brainchild of the co-writer, Scott Spiegel.

FS jake J: What is the deal with "The Man With the Screaming Brain?" Are you directing it?

Bruce Campbell: I don't know. Am I? It's been floating half-financed for a while now.

Lyzaard: Concerning "Army of Darkness," which ending did you prefer? The "S-mart" ending or the "I've-slept-too-long" ending?

Bruce Campbell: The "I've-slept-too-long" one. It's more appropriate for the idiot, Ash.

Texas7610: When are you going to New Zealand to film "Xena?" Are you stopping in Hawaii on the way?

Bruce Campbell: You got something we can do?

Dezbot: I read that you are getting good reviews for your work in "Menno's Mind." How does it feel to get positive critical reactions?

Bruce Campbell: It feels good. Any actor who says they don't read the reviews is a filthy liar.

ImHate: Who did you play in "The Quick and the Dead?" I've watched it a million times, to no avail.

Bruce Campbell: I got cut out. I was really just on the set visiting Sam and he forced me to do a small part that was never really supposed to be in the film.

DEATHSTAB: What's your favorite band?

Bruce Campbell: I'm so out of it. I don't even have one.

JLane96: Did you think up all the one-liners in the "Evil Dead" trilogy?

Bruce Campbell: No, Sam Raimi really was behind all the lame ones. I came up with the zingers, though.

EvilDead1: I heard rumors you were asked to play "Batman." Is this true?

Bruce Campbell: No, I've got to get call waiting!

AUNTI LOC: What's up with the continuity between ED1 and ED2? Ash just decides to go back to the cabin where he butchered all his friends with a date.

Bruce Campbell: It's a long, convoluted story. E-mail me and I'll bore you to tears.

Rach20T: Bruce, why are you on "Ellen?"

Bruce Campbell: You got a problem with that? You want to pay my mortgage for a month or two?

JustReno: What do you think of George Clooney's current "war" against the media?

Bruce Campbell: I think he's a brave guy and should be commended.

SpiralSS: Bruce, lay this one on me. Exactly why again was Ash teaching the medieval dorks how to fight with their own weapons when he was an S-Mart clerk? Inquiring minds want to know.

Bruce Campbell: Because he's the coolest guy on the planet, that's why. Lame speller, though.

JoshBot: Are you a fan of the DOOM games? If so, would you want to do the DOOM/Quake movie(s)?

Bruce Campbell: No, no and no.

Brdgetrol: What about another horror trilogy?

Bruce Campbell: Sure, cough up the dough and we'll get rolling! I really don't care what the genre is, as long as it has some merit to it.

TabacRoya: Why did they kill you off so fast in "Congo?"

Bruce Campbell: Because I guess I pissed off Frank Marshall. Something about an argument over a jelly doughnut.

Harris4rd: Given a choice, would you rather be known for your comedic or serious roles?

Bruce Campbell: Well, both really. As an actor, you want to shake all the "labels" put on you.

Lyzaard: Concerning your independent film, previously titled "Blood Money," will it hit the states in theatre or video form?

Bruce Campbell: Not sure yet. We sent it to the Sundance Festival and will hear soon. A lot will spin-off the results.

LawAce: Bruce, my favorite line in ED2 is when you say, "Now I got ya, sucker!" (referring to your hand). What was yours?

Bruce Campbell: "Swallow this!"

Filslave: How did you get the scar on your chin?

Bruce Campbell: I got hit by a swing when I was a kid. I wish I could come up with a better story.

RDB61E: What do you prefer, movie or television work?

Bruce Campbell: Either medium is fine. TV is fast. Features can tell a more complete story. I like a mixed bag.

Phibes 3: Would you like to work with John Carpenter again? Any good "Escape" stories?

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, Kurt Russell stepped on my foot while we were shooting a scene and I told him, "Hey, buddy, I'll kick your as*!"

MnLtKnigh: Did you enjoy working with Kelly Rutherford?

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, I paid the producers for those scenes! She's great, plain and simple.

Lyzaard: What did you think of the make-up used for your character in "Escape from L.A.?"

Bruce Campbell: I think, "Not bad for 5 hours!"

ANDYCAMP1: Do you have any hobbies?

Bruce Campbell: Yep, I backpack in the boonies when I can.

SWill4123: Bruce, did you go to MSU when you where in Michigan?

Bruce Campbell: No, I dropped out of Western Michigan. Lasted a whole 6 months.

SJHS Sue: Do you write material (scripts, etc.) you want to star in yourself instead of relying on other writers to come up with material?

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, I have started doing that. Development is a long process that will hopefully pay off soon.

ForSoNatu: Is there anyone specific that you would like to work with (actors and actresses) in the future?

Bruce Campbell: Harrison Ford would be about the coolest, I think. He could be my younger, wimpier brother or something.

FS jake J: Are you going to be on the show, "Weird Science," or is this just a rumor?

Bruce Campbell: No rumor. Should be on in February sometime.

Dezbot: Which experience did you like better, working on "Homicide" or "Ellen"? I personally feel that your performance on "Homicide" was excellent, your finest work that I've seen (to date, of course!), and that you are seriously underused on "Ellen".

Bruce Campbell: I liked "Homicide" a lot myself, but they are really different birds, eh? "Ellen" is for giggles.

AUNTI LOC: Are you aware that there is a site on the Net that has a screenplay in the works for "Evil Dead 4?"

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, and they are in serious need of a hobby.

LuluBleu: Yeah, Bruce, have you had anytime to do a film or does "Ellen" take up too much time?

Bruce Campbell: I've been able to do a bunch of other stuff. "Jeff and Jill," a TV flick on NBC, will be out in February.

Lyzaard: In the light that most of your first films were horror-oriented, I was curious if you believe in the supernatural yourself?

Bruce Campbell: No, not one little tiny bit.

FS jake J: Was that really you doing a flip in "Mindwarp" or a stunt man?

Bruce Campbell: Me, dude, me.

ANDYCAMP1: Is it true Sam Raimi almost killed you with a motorcycle in the first "Evil Dead?"

Bruce Campbell: Yes, it was the last shot of the film and the camera was mounted on the front of it, and the maniac rammed me.

Dezbot: How does it feel to be the star of the highest-rated FOX TV movie ever, "Tornado!?"

Bruce Campbell: It feels good. Helps take the "Brisco" lump in my throat away.

RonK5848: Why is Jennifer Jason Leigh your favorite actress?

Bruce Campbell: Because she is totally professional. Never blew a line - Ever. She's a dedicated acting machine!

Phibes 3: Bruce, will you be returning to the realm of low-budget horror, now that you've gone "legit"?

Bruce Campbell: It really, truly depends on the part. I have made no hard, fast rules about types of films.

XYNC: Do you think that being from Detroit has anything to do with the development of your wry sense of humor, as evidenced in your fabulous portrayals of Brisco and Autolycus, et al?

Bruce Campbell: Yeah, it's the water from the Great Lakes, I think. The Mid-Westerners are a hearty breed, I think, not like these wimpy Californians.

DBurton97: What happened with "Moon over Miami?" I liked the interplay on that one between the principal characters. It was funny too.

Bruce Campbell: Wrong guy, right show.

Shesmu: Bruce, I have to say that I am eagerly awaiting the next bout of genius from that creative mind. Any hints as to the future of Bruce Campbell?

Bruce Campbell: E-mail me and I'll send you a list of upcoming stuff.

SpiralSS: What's the worst project you've ever been involved with? C'mon, you can say it. I won't tell anyone.

Bruce Campbell: You know, I really can't answer that. Each film/TV thing has something really great, and every project has something that could have been done much better, myself included.

AOLiveMC1: The time has really slipped by! Only enough for one final question.

Phibes 3: If you could do any sort of picture at this point, what would it be about and what would you want to play?

Bruce Campbell: The eternal question. I like big, hammy, far parts where the character is an average Joe put in extreme situations.

AOLiveMC1: Thank you so much for dropping by and answering our questions, Bruce!

Bruce Campbell: Well, by golly, many thanks to all the "listeners." I hope we can do this again soon! Oh, yeah, buy an Olds.

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