Monster Madness Full Feature Length Documentary DVDs 4 Disc Set:
You get all 4 DVDs in the fantastic Monster Madness Documentary series at a monsterously discounted price.
Part one of a multi-part documentary series with distinguished actors, directors, writers, composers and special effects mavens examining the history of the horror, fantasy and science fiction films from the groundbreaking silent 1920s through the Golden Age of Universal, the Silver Age of Hammer and up through the 1980s and beyond. The Golden Age chapter covers the silent classics of Lon Chaney, to the great Universal Studios monsters of the 30’s and 40’s. Join Tom Proveaux, Forry Ackerman, Christopher Lee, Samuel Z. Arkoff, Janet Leigh and historian Gregory W. Mank, perhaps the foremost expert on the subject of classic horror films, as they discuss such classics as: Frankenstein, Dracula, The Black Cat, The Wolfman, King Kong, Bride of Frankenstein, and countless others. Grab the popcorn and take a deep breath as we conjure up the thrills, chills and magic of the movies! “Comes very close to the level of PBS’ American Experience” – Filmfax. “You get a surprising blast of awesome in your face” – Planet Fury. “A collection that should please virtually any fan of the horror genre past or present” – The Independent Critic.
Running Time: 90 mins
Part two of a multi part documentary series with distinguished actors, directors, writers, composers and special effects mavens examining the history of the horror, fantasy and science fiction films from the groundbreaking silent 1920s through the Golden Age of Universal, the Silver Age of Hammer and up through the 1980s and beyond. Mutants, Space Invaders and Drive-Ins takes you into the 1950s and the Golden Age of Sci-Fi films. Many of these films were born out of the fear of atomic war and paranoia about UFO’s and the McCarthy anti-communist crusade. Covered are legendary films like The Thing, Forbidden Planet, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, This Island Earth. Plan 9 from Outerspace and many others. Includes a tribute to Forrest Ackerman, the legendary editor of Famous Monsters of Filmland magazine and the man credited with coining the term “Sci-Fi”.
Running Time: 90 mins
Part three of a multi-part documentary series with distinguished actors, directors, writers, composers and special effects mavens examining the history of the horror, fantasy and science fiction films from the groundbreaking silent 1920s through the Golden Age of Universal, the Silver Age of Hammer and up through the 1980s and beyond. The popularity of the Drive-In Theater peaked in the 60s with over 4000 in operation across the U.S. Samuel Z. Arkoff, Roger Corman and others made films like “I was a Teenage Werewolf”, “Reform School Girl” and “Teenage Caveman” specifically for teens at the Drive-In Movie Theater. In the same time frame, Hammer Films became known for a series of Gothic “Hammer Horror” films made from the mid-50s until the 70s. Hammer also produced science fiction, thrillers, Film noir, comedies and in later years, television series. Hammer made stylized movies utilizing quality British actors and cleverly designed sets. During its most successful years, Hammer dominated the horror film market worldwide.
Running Time: 90 mins
Part four of a multi-part documentary series with distinguished actors, directors, writers, composers and special effects mavens examining the history of the horror, fantasy and science fiction films from the groundbreaking silent 1920s through the Golden Age of Universal, the Silver Age of Hammer and up through the 1980s and beyond. This DVD begins with the late 60’s era “Blacula” and Splatter films; then moves on to the cinematic evolution of the 70’s with “The Invasion of the Body Snatchers,” “The Planet of the Apes,” “The Exorcist” and the films of the great Stanley Kubrick; and then concludes with the apex of the 80’s including “Alien,” “Star Trek,” “The Howling” and more! Collect all four chapters in the Monster Madness series and enjoy never before seen interviews and fun-filled facts about the stars, the producers and the movies that made America want to go to the theater! “You get a surprising blast of awesome in your face.” – Planet Fury. “A collection that should please virtually any fan of the horror genre past or present.” – The Independent Critic.
Running Time: 90 mins
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