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David J. Skal 1h3r2w
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Birthday:1952-06-21
Place of Birth:Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Vampira: The Movie (2006) 1a231b
Vampira The Movie chronicles the story of Malia "Vampira" Nurmi living on the very edge of show business and her rise to celluloid cultdom 50 years...

The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster (2002) 1n5dp
The history of Frankenstein's journey from novel to stage to screen to icon.

Vampires: Thirst for the Truth (1996) 50x4w
A documentary that explores man's enduring fascination with the vampire legend by examining historical s, literary works, and as they are...

The Real Vampire Files (2010) 1p1855
From myths to monsters to Twilight. Where did 'Vampire' come from? Where is it today? And where is it going next?

Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed! (2000) 473b68
A documentary from Universal about the movie "The Invisible Man" (1933) directed by James Whale.

Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters! (2000) 60481e
A documentary from Universal about the movie Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein.

The Road to 'Dracula' (1999) 1o3t5b
A documentary from Universal about the movie "Dracula" (1931) starring Bela Lugosi.

Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle (2000) 2s3m
Documentary about the making of and legacy of The Creature from the Black Lagoon included in The Legacy Collection box set.

The Birds: Hitchcock's Monster Movie (2012) 6i5s1l
This documentary short explores the origins of the monster movie and how Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds" (1963) fits in the genre.

Hitchcocked! (2006) 271gq
A tribute to the work of Alfred Hitchcock, featuring contemporary filmmakers, writers, performers, and cultural critics.
Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story (2022) 393f2v
Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story takes a deeper look at the life and career of Boris Karloff, from 1931 to 1969, exploring films such as The...

Hollywood's Creepiest Creatures (2004) 15z59
Elvira hosts this humorous look at movie monsters and facts about the real animals on which they're based. Included: clips from films; and interviews...

Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield (2004) 2j1048
Documentary about the real life inspiration behind "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre," serial killer Ed Gein.

All Over (1976) 1f5815
As a famous man lies dying, his family—including both his wife and his mistress—gathers inside, while of the media converge...

Tod Browning's 'Freaks': The Sideshow Cinema (2004) 6272u
Documentary recounting the making of Tod Browning's Freaks. Featuring interviews with experts and actual sideshow performers, this film gives a...
The Perfect Scary Movie (2005) p5q3x
A documentary looking at the various conventions and scare techniques of the horror genre.

Night Terrors: The Origins of Wes Craven's Nightmares (2006) 6w1y3a
A look at the importance of dreams in relation to Wes Craven's successful A Nightmare on Elm Street horror franchise.

Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster (2021) 6z425m
Beginning just before his debut as Frankenstein’s creation, this documentary compellingly explores the life and legacy of a cinema legend,...
Mysteries Mean Dark Corners (2024) 4l1l5a
Video essay about the 1927 film 'The Cat and the Canary'.

The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster (2002) 1n5dp

The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster (2002) 1n5dp

The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster (2002) 1n5dp

The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster (2002) 1n5dp

She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein' (1999) 1tt27

She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein' (1999) 1tt27

She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein' (1999) 1tt27

She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein' (1999) 1tt27

Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters! (2000) 60481e

Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters! (2000) 60481e

Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man' (1999) 4ns4t

Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed! (2000) 473b68

Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed (2000) 1b5y45

Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed (2000) 1b5y45

Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man' (1999) 4ns4t

Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters! (2000) 60481e

Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle (2000) 2s3m

Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle (2000) 2s3m

Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle (2000) 2s3m
Carla Laemmle Re: An Interview with David J. Skal (2003) r6q2p

Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed (2000) 1b5y45

The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale (1999) 1p6n23

The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale (1999) 1p6n23

The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale (1999) 1p6n23

Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed! (2000) 473b68

Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed! (2000) 473b68

Eli Roth's History of Horror (2018) 1i4p48
An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

Creature Features (2016) 466b60
"Creature Features" see a has-been rock star Vincent Van Dahl hosts horror films in his haunted mansion with the help of his stalwart butler Mr....