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Type of bind: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 791.43675
EAN num: 9780345486851
ISBN number: 0345486854
Label: Del Rey
Manufacturer: Del Rey
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 176
Printing Date: September 26, 2006
Publishing house: Del Rey
Release Date: September 26, 2006
Sale Popularity Level: 83417
Studio: Del Rey
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“When the bats fly low and night’s in the sky, Universal Studios are at their best.” That’s how a critic in the 1930s described the magic of Universal monster movie. This was a genre that the studio essentially invented - enabling it to survive and thrive–and that led to cinematic classics that continue to influence entertainment of all kinds.
Now, from Universal itself, comes a lavishly illustrated book that provides the words and images behind these legendary films–plus heartfelt tributes from some of Hollywood’s most famous fans. Here are beautiful on-screen and behind-the-scenes photos from the studio’s vaults; the background stories of Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, the Wolf Man, and the other classic characters that scared audiences and scared up profits; the makeup secrets; the censorship battles; and words of praise from friends, family, and fans.
With today’s fantasy and horror films ruling the box-office–and special edition DVDs available of Universal’s masterpieces–Monsters is an invaluable guide for a new generation. It shows where the “creature feature” began, from the twenties silent classic The Phantom of the Opera to fifties favorite Creature from the Black Lagoon. Frightening and fun, this splendid volume is perfect for monster fans of any age.
For more than ninety years, Universal Studios has been bringing unique entertainment experiences to millions of people around the world. Through their motion pictures, home videos, theme parks, television networks and programming, they are in the business of thrills and chills as well as tears and laughter. And with their extensive library of legendary films they have set the standard for inspiring wonder and ultimately transforming moments into lasting memories.
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This is a really great pictorial of Universal Studios "monsters" through the years, including Dracula, Frankenstein, the Bride of Frankenstein, and the Wolfman, and many more. Although there are some editorials, I would have enjoyed the book even more if there were more descriptions and commentary throughout.
But it still works great as either a coffee table book or for just fun, informative reading (looking!).
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Being from the franchise of Classic Monster Films I actually expected more from this title. I thought the coverage could have been more In depth. Universal must have a treasure trove of behind the scenes photos that could have been included here. I would have been willing to spend a little more to get a thicker more complete volume that would have been the definitive document of these Classic Horror Movies.
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What can I say about this amazing book that hasn't been said before ?.....Are there some errors re: the text ? Yes....but the fact that this is the single best photo/picture book ever compiled re: The Universal Monsters more than makes up for the few errors. I can't conceive of anyone buying this book & not being more than pleased with their purchase. This book is more than a Celebration....it is a Feast !!!
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This is the best book on Universal monsters ever! I bought it for the pictures and i sure haven't been disappointed. Great fantastic images of the original monsters! Of course if you're looking for an informative book, this probably isn't it. But i don't think it's been published for what it has to say.......just great
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As a longtime fan of Univeral Monster movies, I have to say I'm delighted with the quality of the many photographs--many of them full-page--in this book. And what is most surprising is that I had never seen many of them. These aren't just the familiar publicity stills that you can find all over the place.
The brief essays by filmmakers such as John Landis, and descendants of the great Universal actors like Karloff and Lugosi are mostly well-written. You can tell the authors have great affection for these films. As someone else has pointed out, there are some errors in the accounts given by uncredited Universal Studios employees. For example, it is said that FRANKENSTEIN MEETS THE WOLFMAN includes both the title creatures, as well as Dracula. This, of course, did not happen until HOUSE OF FRANKENSTEIN.
If there's any other real problem with this beautiful book, it's that the text is too brief. Yes, the pictures are the real star of this show, and the book is certainly worth owning for these alone. But as this is an official publication from the studio that made these beloved films, it seems like more time should have been spent discussing the films. Virtually all the sequels--save for BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN--are glossed over with just a few lines. I hope Univeral will consider publishing another volume, and expand on the content of this book.
If you're a fan, you should definitely have this one. It's a fine "coffee table" book, and likely to attract attention from people who've never even seen the films. I bought this one just before having surgery, and a friend who visited me in the hospital (and who only has a passing familiarity with these films) tried to take the book away from me!
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