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Highlights
- A sequel to Thrills Untapped: Neglected Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films, 1928-1936, this volume provides coverage of over 150 feature films that contain genre elements but have been overlooked by most sources covering the history of horror, science fiction and fantasy movies.
- About the Author: Michael R. Pitts has written more than 40 books on motion picture history and entertainment and has also compiled more than three dozen volumes of local history and genealogy.
- 347 Pages
- Performing Arts, Film
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About the Book
" A sequel to Thrills Untapped: Neglected Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films, 1928-1936, this volume provides coverage of over 150 feature films that contain genre elements but have been overlooked by most sources covering the history of horror, science fiction and fantasy movies. It covers feature length productions, serials and documentaries, detailing domestic and foreign films from both major and minor companies, along with independent outfits. For each title there are complete cast and credits, in-depth plot synopsis, an evaluation of the movie and contemporary critical reviews. Also included are a bibliography and index along with approximately 80 photographs and illustrative material. This volume aims to reintroduce these films to new audiences and give them the attention they have so long deserved"-- Provided by publisher.Book Synopsis
A sequel to Thrills Untapped: Neglected Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films, 1928-1936, this volume provides coverage of over 150 feature films that contain genre elements but have been overlooked by most sources covering the history of horror, science fiction and fantasy movies. It covers feature length productions, serials and documentaries, detailing domestic and foreign films from both major and minor companies, along with independent outfits. For each title there are complete cast and credits, in-depth plot synopsis, an evaluation of the movie and contemporary critical reviews. Also included are a bibliography and index along with approximately 80 photographs and illustrative material. This volume aims to reintroduce these films to new audiences and give them the attention they have so long deserved.
About the Author
Michael R. Pitts has written more than 40 books on motion picture history and entertainment and has also compiled more than three dozen volumes of local history and genealogy. He lives in Chesterfield, Indiana.