The Creature Features Movie Guide Strikes Again

Author : John Stanley
Publisher : Creatures at Large
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Fantasy films
ISBN : 094006409X

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The Creature Features Movie Guide Strikes Again by John Stanley Pdf

The book features capsulised reviews of 4000 genre films of science-fiction, fantasy, horror, psychoterror and weird mystery; Reviews oddball films and novelties ignored by other popular movie guides; Coded so you can instantly see if a title can be rented or purchased at your local video store; Reviews of movies and offbeat fare made exclusively for videocassette and not listed in other encyclopaedias; 529 photographs, many exclusives from the author's private collection, plus 24 original sketches; Scores of hilarious lines of dialogue and classical movie tag-lines. Deluxe hardcover edition is signed by the author.

Author : John Stanley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0940064103

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John Stanley's creature features movie guide strikes again by John Stanley Pdf

The book features capsulised reviews of 4000 genre films of science-fiction, fantasy, horror, psychoterror and weird mystery; Reviews oddball films and novelties ignored by other popular movie guides; Coded so you can instantly see if a title can be rented or purchased at your local video store; Reviews of movies and offbeat fare made exclusively for videocassette and not listed in other encyclopaedias; 529 photographs, many exclusives from the author's private collection, plus 24 original sketches; Scores of hilarious lines of dialogue and classical movie tag-lines. Deluxe hardcover edition is signed by the author.

Author : John Stanley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0940064006

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The Creature Features Movie Guide, Or, An A to Z Encyclopedia to the Cinema of the Fantastic, Or, Is There a Mad Doctor in the House? by John Stanley Pdf

Author : John Stanley
Publisher : Berkley
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1572972254

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Creature Features by John Stanley Pdf

Presents brief critical and humorous reviews of thousands of science fiction, fantasy, and horror films, and includes ratings and information on video and laserdisc distribution

Author : John Wilson
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2007-09-03
Category : Humor
ISBN : 0446510084

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The Official Razzie Movie Guide by John Wilson Pdf

A paperback guide to 100 of the funniest bad movies ever made, this book covers a wide range of hopeless Hollywood product, and also including rare Razzie ceremony photos and a complete history of everything ever nominated for Tinsel Town's Tackiest Trophy.

Author : John Stanley
Publisher : Grand Central Pub
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0446380067

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The Creature Features Movie Guide, Or, An A to Z Encyclopedia to the Cinema of the Fantastic, Or, Is There a Mad Doctor in the House? by John Stanley Pdf

Summarizes the plots of a wide variety of horror, science fiction, fantasy, and suspense films

Author : Cleaver Patterson
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-17
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476638041

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Don't Go Upstairs! by Cleaver Patterson Pdf

Throughout cinematic history, the buildings characters inhabit--whether stately rural mansions or inner-city apartment blocks--have taken on extra dimensions, often featuring as well developed characters themselves. Nowhere is this truer than in the horror film, where familiar spaces--from chaotic kitchens to forgotten attics to overgrown greenhouses--become settings for diabolical acts or supernatural visitations. Showing readers through a selection of prime movie real estate, this book explores how homes come to life in horror with an analysis of more than sixty films, including interviews and insights from filmmakers and scholars, along with many rare stills. From the gruesome murder in the hallway of The House by the Cemetery (1981) to the malevolent haunting in the nursery of Eel Marsh House in The Woman in Black (2012), no door is left unopened.

Author : Kim R. Holston,Tom Winchester
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-12
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476629858

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Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Film Sequels, Series and Remakes by Kim R. Holston,Tom Winchester Pdf

Science fiction, fantasy and horror movies have spawned more sequels and remakes than any other film genre. Following Volume I, which covered 400 films made 1931-1995, Volume II analyzes 334 releases from 1996 through 2016. The traditional cinematic monsters are represented--Dracula, Frankenstein, the Wolf Man, a new Mummy. A new wave of popular series inspired by comics and video games, as well as The Lord of the Rings trilogy, could never have been credibly produced without the advances in special effects technology. Audiences follow the exploits of superheroes like Captain America, Iron Man, Spider-Man and Thor, and such heroines as the vampire Selene, zombie killer Alice, dystopian rebels Katniss Everdeen and Imperator Furiosa, and Soviet spy turned American agent Black Widow. The continuing depredations of Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger and Michael Myers are described. Pre-1996 movies that have since been remade are included. Entries features cast and credits, detailed synopsis, critics' reviews, and original analysis.

Author : John Kenneth Muir
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-11
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476613352

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Eaten Alive at a Chainsaw Massacre by John Kenneth Muir Pdf

The sound of chainsaws revving on "haunted" Halloween trails has evoked untold screams since Tobe Hooper's 1974 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre hit the cinemas. Since that first take-no-prisoners horror movie, Hooper's reputation as a master of horror has been secured by his adaptations of Stephen King (Salem's Lot, 1978, and The Mangler, 1995), his blockbuster breakthrough Poltergeist (1982) and a variety of cult hits, from the underrated Lifeforce (1985) to the remake of Invaders from Mars (1986). This reference work is divided into five parts. Part I provides a history and overview of Tobe Hooper's career. Part II offers entries (with synopses, complete credits, critical reception and commentaries) on every feature film by year of release. Part III provides chronological information on Hooper's television movies and miniseries. Part IV offers entries on his episodes from horror television series. Part V is a critical essay and conclusion which places Hooper in horror film history and compares his work to all-time greats such as Romero, Craven and Carpenter.

Author : Michael Klossner
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-09
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476609140

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Prehistoric Humans in Film and Television by Michael Klossner Pdf

From the early days of the movies, “cavemen” have been a popular subject for filmmakers—not surprisingly, since the birth of cinema occurred only a few decades after the earliest scientific studies of prehistoric man. Filmmakers, however, were not constrained by the emerging science; instead they most often took a comedic look at prehistory, a trend that continued throughout the 20th century. Prehistoric humans also populated adventure-fantasy films, with the original One Million B.C. (1940) leading the charge. Documentaries were also made, but it was not until the 1970s that accurate film accounts of prehistoric humans finally emerged. This exhaustive work provides detailed accounts of 581 film and television productions that feature depictions of human prehistory. Included are dramas and comedies set in human prehistory; documentaries; and films and television shows in which prehistoric people somehow exist in historical periods—from the advent of civilization up to the present—or in extraterrestrial settings. Each entry includes full filmographic data, including year of release, running time, production personnel, cast information, and format. A description of each film provides background on the prehistoric elements. Contemporary critical commentary is included for many of the works.

Author : Gary D. Rhodes
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-03
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476604916

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White Zombie by Gary D. Rhodes Pdf

The 1932 horror film White Zombie starring Bela Lugosi has received controversial attention from film reviewers and scholars—but it is unarguably a cult classic worthy of study. This book analyzes the film text from nearly every possible viewpoint, using both academic and popular film theories. Also supplied is an extensive intellectual history of the predecessor works to White Zombie, as well as information on the significance it carried for subsequent books and films, its theatrical release around the country, its modern cultural influence, and the attempts to restore the film to its original state. Other noteworthy features of this work include an in-depth biography of White Zombie director Victor Halperin, the first complete study of his life and career, and 244 images and photographs.

Author : John Kenneth Muir
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2015-09-15
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780786493487

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The Films of John Carpenter by John Kenneth Muir Pdf

The films of John Carpenter cover a tremendous range and yet all bear his clear personal stamp. From the horrifying (Halloween) to the touching (Starman) to the controversial (The Thing) to the comic (Big Trouble in Little China), his films reflect a unique approach to filmmaking and singular views of humanity and American culture. This analysis of Carpenter’s films includes a historical overview of his career, and in-depth entries on each of his films, from 1975’s Dark Star to 1998’s Vampires. Complete cast and production information is provided for each. The book also covers those films written and produced by Carpenter, such as Halloween II and Black Moon Rising, as well as Carpenter’s work for television. Appendices are included on films Carpenter was offered but turned down, the slasher films that followed in the wake of the highly-successful Halloween, the actors and characters who make repeated appearances in Carpenter’s films, and ratings for Carpenter’s work. Notes, bibliography, and index are included.

Author : Matt Cardin
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 489 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2014-11-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9798216120193

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Mummies around the World by Matt Cardin Pdf

Perfect for school and public libraries, this is the only reference book to combine pop culture with science to uncover the mystery behind mummies and the mummification phenomena. Mortality and death have always fascinated humankind. Civilizations from all over the world have practiced mummification as a means of preserving life after death—a ritual which captures the imagination of scientists, artists, and laypeople alike. This comprehensive encyclopedia focuses on all aspects of mummies: their ancient and modern history; their scientific study; their occurrence around the world; the religious and cultural beliefs surrounding them; and their roles in literary and cinematic entertainment. Author and horror guru Matt Cardin brings together 130 original articles written by an international roster of leading scientists and scholars to examine the art, science, and religious rituals of mummification throughout history. Through a combination of factual articles and topical essays, this book reviews cultural beliefs about death; the afterlife; and the interment, entombment, and cremation of human corpses in places like Egypt, Europe, Asia, and Central and South America. Additionally, the book covers the phenomenon of natural mummification where environmental conditions result in the spontaneous preservation of human and animal remains.

Author : Mark F. Berry
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-31
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476606743

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The Dinosaur Filmography by Mark F. Berry Pdf

From classics like King Kong, to beloved B–movies like The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, to blockbusters like Jurassic Park, it’s easy to see that filmmakers and audiences alike love to see dinosaurs on the screen. This comprehensive filmography, arranged alphabetically by title, contains entries that include basic facts (year of release, country of origin, studio, and running time), followed by a concise plot summary, the author’s critical commentary, information on the production and the people behind it, and secrets of the often-ingenious special effects. Three useful appendices feature films with minor dinosaur content, planned but unfinished dinosaur movies, and the quasi-dinosaurs of Toho Studios. To be included, a movie must depict one or more representations of a “prehistoric reptile.” Inaccurate portrayals are included, as long as the intent is to represent a real or fictional dinosaur. Not eligible are films featuring prehistoric mammals, prehistoric humans or humanoids, and beasts of mythology—unless, of course, the movie also has a dinosaur.

Author : Tom Lisanti
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-05-20
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476601168

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Fantasy Femmes of Sixties Cinema by Tom Lisanti Pdf

Elvis Presley musicals, beach romps, biker flicks, and alienated youth movies were some of the most popular types of drive-in films during the sixties. The actresses interviewed for this book (including Celeste Yarnall, Lana Wood, Linda Harrison, Pamela Tiffin, Deanna Lund, Diane McBain, Judy Pace, and Chris Noel) all made their mark in these genres. These fantastic femmes could be found either twisting on the shores of Malibu, careening down the highway on a chopper, being serenaded by Elvis, or taking on the establishment as hip coeds. As cult figures, they contributed greatly to that period of filmmaking aimed at the teenage audience who frequented the drive-ins of America. They frolicked, screamed, and danced their way into B-movie history in such diverse films as Eve, Teenage Millionaire, The Girls on the Beach, Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine, Three in the Attic, Wild in the Streets, and Paradise, Hawaiian Style. This book is a celebration of the actresses' careers. They have for the most part been overlooked in other publications documenting the history of film. Fantasy Femmes addresses their film and television careers, focusing on their view of the above genres, their candid comments and anecdotes about their films, the people they worked with, and their feelings in general regarding their lives and the choices they made. The book is well illuminated and contains a complete list of film and television credits.