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Universal '40s Monsters (hardback)

Author : John T Soister
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781629336930
Total Pages : 798 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (369 download)

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Download or read book Universal '40s Monsters (hardback) written by John T Soister and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 798 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I have here collection of the world's most astounding horrors" boasted Professor Lampini in House of Frankenstein, but really all he had to offer was Dracula's bones. We can do far better than the hapless professor. These pages offer Frankenstein's monster, the Wolf Man, a mummy in search of his lost love, invisible intruders, ape women, a spine-breaking serial killer, and twisted mysteries, including ones that it takes Sherlock Holmes to solve. And if that's not enough, there's Lon Chaney sporting a dapper mustache and a business suit rather than mummy wrappings. In addition to that, there is a collection of crooks and spies that made the Shock Theater TV package without being shocking in the least. All these came from Universal, the greatest monster factory of all time. Audiences weary of and dismayed by the real horrors of World War 2 could escape into a universe where evil was encountered and inevitably defeated in a neat 75 minutes. For the most part, the films lacked the gravitas - and the budgets - of the 1930s horror classics, but they filled the (double) bill and are regarded today with great affection by lovers of vintage movies.

Universal '40s Monsters

Author : John T Soister
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781629336923
Total Pages : 798 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (369 download)

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Download or read book Universal '40s Monsters written by John T Soister and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 798 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An 800 page look at Universal's horror films.

Universal Studios Monsters

Author : Michael Mallory
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 0789318962
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (893 download)

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Download or read book Universal Studios Monsters written by Michael Mallory and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2009-09-08 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the 1920s through the 1950s, Universal Studios was Hollywood’s number one studio for horror pictures, haunting movie theaters worldwide with Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon, among others. Universal Studios Monsters: A Legacy of Horror explores all of these enduring characters, chronicling both the mythology behind the films and offering behind-the-scenes insights into how the films were created. Universal Studios Monsters is the most complete record of the horror films of this legendary studio, with biographies of major personalities who were responsible for the most notable monster melodramas in film history. The stories of these films and their creators are told through interviews with surviving actors and studio employees. A lavish photographic record, including many behind-the-scenes shots, completes the story of how these classics were made. This is a volume no fan of imaginative cinema will want to be without.

The Monster Movies of Universal Studios

Author : James L Neibaur
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 144227817X
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)

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Download or read book The Monster Movies of Universal Studios written by James L Neibaur and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-06-14 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This history and critique of classic scary films “honors Universal’s horror legacy. . . . an excellent resource for film students and monster movie fanatics” (Library Journal). In 1931 Universal Studios released Dracula starring Bela Lugosi. This box office success was followed by a string of films featuring macabre characters and chilling atmospherics, including Frankenstein, The Mummy, and The Invisible Man. With each new film, Universal established its place in the Hollywood firmament as the leading producer of horror films, a status it enjoyed for more than twenty years. In The Monster Movies of Universal Studios, James L. Neibaur examines the key films produced by the studio from the early 1930s through the mid-1950s. In each entry, Neibaur recounts the movie’s production, provides critical commentary, considers the film’s commercial reception, and offers an overall assessment of the movie’s significance. Neibaur also examines the impact these films had on popular culture, an influence that resonates in the cinema of fear today. From the world premiere of Dracula to the 1956 release of The Creature Walks among Us, Universal excelled at scaring viewers of all ages—and even elicited a few chuckles along the way by pitting their iconic creatures against the comedic pair of Abbott and Costello. The Monster Movies of Universal Studios captures the thrills of these films, making this book a treat for fans of the golden age of horror cinema. “Studio stills and trade ads for several of the films add a suitably scary touch to this treat for fans and scholars alike. ― Booklist “An impressive work of film scholarship.” ― Cinema Retro

Universal Terrors, 1951-1955

Author : Tom Weaver
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476627762
Total Pages : 439 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (766 download)

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Download or read book Universal Terrors, 1951-1955 written by Tom Weaver and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2017-09-11 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Universal Studios created the first cinematic universe of monsters--Dracula, Frankenstein, the Mummy and others became household names during the 1930s and 1940s. During the 1950s, more modern monsters were created for the Atomic Age, including one-eyed globs from outer space, mutants from the planet Metaluna, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and the 100-foot high horror known as Tarantula. This over-the-top history is the definitive retrospective on Universal's horror and science fiction movies of 1951-1955. Standing as a sequel to Tom Weaver, Michael Brunas and John Brunas's Universal Horrors (Second Edition, 2007), it covers eight films: The Strange Door, The Black Castle, It Came from Outer Space, Creature from the Black Lagoon, This Island Earth, Revenge of the Creature, Cult of the Cobra and Tarantula. Each receives a richly detailed critical analysis, day-by-day production history, interviews with filmmakers, release information, an essay on the score, and many photographs, including rare behind-the-scenes shots.

The Monster Movies of Universal Studios

Author : James L Neibaur
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 144227817X
Total Pages : 229 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)

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Download or read book The Monster Movies of Universal Studios written by James L Neibaur and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-06-14 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This history and critique of classic scary films “honors Universal’s horror legacy. . . . an excellent resource for film students and monster movie fanatics” (Library Journal). In 1931 Universal Studios released Dracula starring Bela Lugosi. This box office success was followed by a string of films featuring macabre characters and chilling atmospherics, including Frankenstein, The Mummy, and The Invisible Man. With each new film, Universal established its place in the Hollywood firmament as the leading producer of horror films, a status it enjoyed for more than twenty years. In The Monster Movies of Universal Studios, James L. Neibaur examines the key films produced by the studio from the early 1930s through the mid-1950s. In each entry, Neibaur recounts the movie’s production, provides critical commentary, considers the film’s commercial reception, and offers an overall assessment of the movie’s significance. Neibaur also examines the impact these films had on popular culture, an influence that resonates in the cinema of fear today. From the world premiere of Dracula to the 1956 release of The Creature Walks among Us, Universal excelled at scaring viewers of all ages—and even elicited a few chuckles along the way by pitting their iconic creatures against the comedic pair of Abbott and Costello. The Monster Movies of Universal Studios captures the thrills of these films, making this book a treat for fans of the golden age of horror cinema. “Studio stills and trade ads for several of the films add a suitably scary touch to this treat for fans and scholars alike. ― Booklist “An impressive work of film scholarship.” ― Cinema Retro

Return of the Wolf Man

Author : Jeff Rovin
Publisher : Berkley
ISBN 13 : 9780425165768
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (657 download)

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Download or read book Return of the Wolf Man written by Jeff Rovin and published by Berkley. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An age-old terror returns to haunt your nights"--Cover.

The Last Monster

Author : Ginger Garrett
Publisher : Delacorte Press
ISBN 13 : 0553535269
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (535 download)

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Download or read book The Last Monster written by Ginger Garrett and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2016-04-12 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story steeped in magical realism about love, fear, and the thrill of discovering who we were born to be, The Last Monster is a story about making peace with our insecurities and defending those who must hide what they really are. Sofia has never felt special. Not at school, or with her track team, and especially not since she’s become sick. She’s always been different, but this doesn't make her stand out . . . it's makes her invisible. Then something special lands right in Sofia’s lap. An ancient book that serves as a portal for the Greek philosopher, Xeno, one of Aristotle’s lost students. Sofia has been chosen to be the next Guardian. Suddenly Sofia is not only trying to survive middle-school cliques and first crushes, she’s in charge of protecting grotesquely beautiful, lonely monsters that have roamed the Earth for centuries. Drawn into Xeno’s violent and unpredictable world of mystery, Sofia learns that loving outsiders has a price. "While the fantastical elements are compelling, it’s the real-world situations that make this book stand out. . . a perfect recommendation for introspective kids who feel like outsiders."--SLJ "Garrett's prose, frequently poignant and sophisticated, is punctuated with wry humor."--Kirkus "The oft-used concept of finding one’s true self is employed here in a uniquely imaginative way, complete with occasional black-and-white illustrations. An appealing tale for readers dealing with their own insecurities."--Booklist

Universal Horrors

Author : Tom Weaver
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 0786491507
Total Pages : 617 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (864 download)

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Download or read book Universal Horrors written by Tom Weaver and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 617 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised and updated since its first publication in 1990, this acclaimed critical survey covers the classic chillers produced by Universal Studios during the golden age of hollywood horror, 1931 through 1946. Trekking boldly through haunts and horrors from The Frankenstein Monster, The Wolf Man, Count Dracula, and The Invisible Man, to The Mummy, Paula the Ape Woman, The Creeper, and The Inner Sanctum, the authors offer a definitive study of the 86 films produced during this era and present a general overview of the period. Coverage of the films includes complete cast lists, credits, storyline, behind-the-scenes information, production history, critical analysis, and commentary from the cast and crew (much of it drawn from interviews by Tom Weaver, whom USA Today calls "the king of the monster hunters"). Unique to this edition are a new selection of photographs and poster reproductions and an appendix listing additional films of interest.

Universal Monsters Little Golden Book (Funko Pop!)

Author : M. D. Brundlefly
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0593481577
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (934 download)

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Download or read book Universal Monsters Little Golden Book (Funko Pop!) written by M. D. Brundlefly and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adorable Funko Pop! versions of the Universal Monsters: Dracula, Frankenstein, Bride of Frankenstein, Wolfman and other classic creatures of the night make their first ever frightful appearance in Little Golden Books! What better way to introduce everyone's favorite Universal Monsters to a new generation than with a Little Golden Book featuring Dracula, Bride of Frankenstein, Creature from the Black Lagoon, and many more. Humorous scenes introducing each monster as adorable Funko Pop! versions of these classic creatures is a safe and fun way to make reading a scary good time for kids 2 to 5 and fans of all ages. Funko and Universal Monster collectors will also love this new addition to the Little Golden Books line.

Classic Monsters Unmade

Author : John Lemay
Publisher : Bicep Books
ISBN 13 : 9781953221858
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (218 download)

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Download or read book Classic Monsters Unmade written by John Lemay and published by Bicep Books. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In-depth tome exploring long lost horror films like DRACULA'S DEATH (1920) and LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT (1928), plus unproduced scripts like WOLF MAN VS. DRACULA (1944) and BLACK LAGOON (1952).

The Great Book of Movie Monsters

Author : Jan Stacy
Publisher : McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
ISBN 13 : 9780809255252
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (552 download)

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Download or read book The Great Book of Movie Monsters written by Jan Stacy and published by McGraw-Hill/Contemporary. This book was released on 1983 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The great book of movie monsters exposes the private lives of more than 300 of your favorite creatures, each one depicted in all its glory. Discover the truth about their fears, their loves, their favorite foods, their superpowers, and the accomplishments that earned them a place in movie history. You'll also learn about the films they starred in, as well as the directors and special effects technicians who brought these monsters to life."--Cover.

The Lady from the Black Lagoon

Author : Mallory O'Meara
Publisher : Harlequin
ISBN 13 : 1488098743
Total Pages : 367 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (88 download)

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Download or read book The Lady from the Black Lagoon written by Mallory O'Meara and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This acclaimed biography shines a light on a trailblazing woman who created a classic movie monster—and the author’s quest to rescue her from obscurity. As a teenager, Mallory O’Meara was thrilled to discover that one of her favorite movies, Creature from the Black Lagoon, featured a monster designed by a woman, Milicent Patrick. But while Patrick should have been hailed as a pioneer in the genre, there was little information available about her. As O’Meara discovered, Patrick’s contribution had been claimed by a jealous male colleague and her career had been cut short. No one even knew if she was still alive. As a young woman working in the horror film industry, O’Meara set out to right the wrong, and in the process discovered the full, fascinating story of an ambitious, artistic woman ahead of her time. Patrick’s contribution to special effects proved to be just the latest chapter in a remarkable, unconventional life, from her youth growing up in the shadow of Hearst Castle, to her career as one of Disney’s first female animators. And at last, O’Meara discovered what really had happened to Patrick after The Creature’s success, and where she went. A true-life detective story and a celebration of a forgotten feminist trailblazer, Mallory O’Meara’s The Lady from the Black Lagoon establishes Patrick in her rightful place in film history while calling out a Hollywood culture where little has changed since. A Hugo and Locus Award Finalist A Thrillist Best Book of the Year One of Booklist’s 10 Best Art Books of the Year

Fright Favorites

Author : David J. Skal
Publisher : Running Press Adult
ISBN 13 : 0762497602
Total Pages : 482 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (624 download)

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Download or read book Fright Favorites written by David J. Skal and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turner Classic Movies presents a collection of monster greats, modern and classic horror, and family-friendly cinematic treats that capture the spirit of Halloween, complete with reviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and iconic images. Fright Favorites spotlights 31 essential Halloween-time films, their associated sequels and remakes, and recommendations to expand your seasonal repertoire based on your favorites. Featured titles include Nosferatu (1922), Dracula (1931), Cat People (1942), Them (1953), House on Haunted Hill (1959), Black Sunday (1960), Rosemary's Baby (1968), Young Frankenstein (1976), Beetlejuice (1988), Get Out (2017), and many more.

Universal Monsters

Author : Christopher Ripley
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781548194772
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (947 download)

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Download or read book Universal Monsters written by Christopher Ripley and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06-20 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book tells the stories and explains the legends behind the some of the greatest movie monsters in history. Charting their history from myths and fables told over the centuries, the author guides the reader from the past to the present day, as the Universal Monsters prepare to return to the silver screen for their biggest adventures yet. The classic Universal Monsters have been scaring and delighting audiences for decades. But did you know that these maniacal creeps have been frightening people throughout history? Find out about all the old world folk stories, legends and myths before discovering what lies in store for the future of Universal's Monsters. Universal Monsters: Origins is written by Christopher Ripley author of the Survivor's Guide to Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights.

Monsters in the Closet

Author : Harry M. Benshoff
Publisher : Manchester University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780719044731
Total Pages : 340 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (447 download)

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Download or read book Monsters in the Closet written by Harry M. Benshoff and published by Manchester University Press. This book was released on 1997-11-15 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Monster in the Closet is a history of the horrors film that explores the genre's relationship to the social and cultural history of homosexuality in America. Drawing on a wide variety of films and primary source materials including censorship files, critical reviews, promotional materials, fanzines, men's magazines, and popular news weeklies, the book examines the historical figure of the movie monster in relation to various medical, psychological, religious and social models of homosexuality. While recent work within gay and lesbian studies has explored how the genetic tropes of the horror film intersect with popular culture's understanding of queerness, this is the first book to examine how the concept of the monster queer has evolved from era to era. From the gay and lesbian sensibilities encoded into the form and content of the classical Hollywood horror film, to recent films which play upon AIDS-related fears. Monster in the Closet examines how the horror film started and continues, to demonize (or quite literally "monsterize") queer sexuality, and what the pleasures and "costs" of such representations might be both for individual spectators and culture at large.

75 Years of Universal Monsters

Author : John L. Flynn
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780976940067
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book 75 Years of Universal Monsters written by John L. Flynn and published by . This book was released on 2006-08 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They were like Gods. Count Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, the Phantom of the Opera, the Bride of Frankenstein, the Wolf Man, the Mummy, and Invisible Man, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon formed a modern-pay pantheon that ruled the mythical kingdom of Hollywood. They dwelt at Universal, their Olympian-like home in the hills of northern Los Angeles. Their stories were the stuff of legend in the most successful horror films ever made. Both the Bela Lugosi version of "Dracula" and the Boris Karloff version of "Frankenstein" debuted in 1931, 75 years ago. They were followed by films that featured the Mummy, the Wolf Man, the Invisible Man, the Phantom of the Opera, and many others. For twenty-five years, from 1931 to 1956, these famous monsters of filmland headlined box office marquees around the world. This book is a loving tribute to the immortal gods and monsters that we celebrate on this seventy-fifth anniversary of the Golden Age of the horror film. This second edition updates material to include "The Shape of Water" (2017) and "The Mummy" (2017) with Tom Cruise.