Reel terror, the scary, bloody, gory, hundred-year history of classic horror films, David Konow
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Reel terror, the scary, bloody, gory, hundred-year history of classic horror films, David Konow
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary form
non fiction
Main title
Reel terror
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
811777401
Responsibility statement
David Konow
Sub title
the scary, bloody, gory, hundred-year history of classic horror films
Summary
"Reel Terror is a love letter to the wildly popular yet still misunderstood genre that churns out blockbusters and cult classics year after year. From The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari to Paranormal Activity, Konow explores its all-time highs and lows, why the genre has been overlooked, and how horror films just might help us overcome fear. His on-set stories and insights delve into each movie and its effect on American culture. For novices to all out film buffs, this is the perfect companion to this Halloween's movie marathons"--, Provided by publisher
Table of contents
Why we love being scared -- The foundations of fear -- Kensington gore -- "The signpost that everyone followed" -- Building the modern zombie -- It's only a movie -- Just when you thought it was safe -- Giving the devil his due -- The night he came home -- No one can hear you scream -- Did you check on the children? -- Be afraid, be very afraid -- Long night at camp blood -- A different kind of animal -- A thunderstorm in a bottle -- To stay sane you have to laugh -- Having a friend for dinner -- The little horror films that could -- "The audience is always there for it"
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