Exploring monster movies and aspects of creature-feature fandom, including authentic props, collectibles and visits with makeup artists and effects wizards. Also: a look at monster-themed TV shows. Hosted by Elvira Mistress of the Dark.
Horror Hosts
Dec 1, 2004
TV horror-show host Vampira (Maila Nurmi) is interviewed.
Munsters
Dec 1, 2004
A close-up of the cult TV series “The Munsters,” which aired 1964-66, and a showcase of memorabilia and authentic props from the show.
Aurora Models
Dec 2, 2004
Spotlighting Aurora horror and fantasy model kits---monster figures that children in the 1960s could build and paint.
Don Post Calendar Masks
Dec 2, 2004
A peek at Don Post's rubber monster masks. Included: comments by Don Post Jr., Verne Langdon and Bob Burns.
KNB Effects
Dec 3, 2004
A visit to the KNB EFX special-effects company, which worked on “Army of Darkness” and “Spawn.” Included: interviews with FX-perts Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger.
Stan Winston
Dec 3, 2004
A visit to the special-effects studio of four-time Oscar winner Stan Winston (“Alien,” “The Terminator”). Also: a look at a line of original action figures and comic books.
Paul Blaisdell
Dec 5, 2004
A profile of special-effects whiz Paul Blaisdell (“The She Creature,” “It! The Terror from Beyond Space”). Included: comments from Blaisdell's assistant Bob Burns, who offers some rare behind-the-scenes home movies and monster-film memorabilia.
Rick Baker
Dec 5, 2004
Interview with six-time Oscar winner Rick Baker, effects wizard of “Men in Black” and “An American Werewolf in London.
Creature Collectibles
Dec 5, 2004
The spotlight is on Creature from the Black Lagoon collectibles, including model kits, board games and rubber masks.
Godzilla Collectibles
Dec 5, 2004
A look at Japanese monster toys, with a focus on city-stomping behemoth Godzilla; a visit with collectors John Gilbert and Jean Carbajal.
Wax Figures
Dec 9, 2004
The focus is on wax museums, featuring a tour of the Movieland Wax Museum's Chamber of Horrors. Also: an interview with artist-sculptor Henry Alvarez.
Witch's Dungeon
Dec 9, 2004
Featured: a visit to a witch's dungeon exhibit in Connecticut, including re-creations of classic Hollywood monsters such as the Phantom of the Opera, Dr. Phibes, the Fly and the Werewolf of London.
Ray Harryhausen
Dec 10, 2004
Pioneering effects artist Ray Harryhausen, master of stop-motion animation, gives insight into his craft.
King Kong Collectibles
Dec 10, 2004
A look at collectors who go ape over “King Kong” memorabilia, including props and a miniature model. Elvira is the host.
Basil Gogos
Dec 13, 2004
A visit with rocker Rob Zombie illuminates an exploration of the work of painter Basil Gogos, whose work depicts Hollywood's classic monsters.
Planet of the Apes
Dec 14, 2004
The spotlight is on collectibles based on the “Planet of the Apes” films, including model kits, bubble-gum cards and action figures. Also: a look at Apemania, a troupe of performers wearing primate makeup. Interviewed: Apemania owner Brian Penikas.
Sideshow Collectibles
Dec 16, 2004
A showcase of Sideshow Collectibles movie-monster toys includes an interview with company VP Matt Falls and painter Tom Gilliland.
McFarlane Toys
Nov 16, 2006
A visit to the McFarlane Toys company and an interview with comic-book artist Todd McFarlane.
Forrest Ackerman
Dec 17, 2004
Writer and creature-feature collector Forrest J. Ackerman is profiled.
Bob Burns
Dec 17, 2004
A profile of creature creator, collector and horror-flick historian Bob Burns includes a visit to his monster museum.
Aliens and Predators
Dec 23, 2004
A close-up of props from the “Alien” film franchise includes detailed models and “chest burster” creatures. Also: a backstage look at the 2004 chiller “Alien vs. Predator.” Mike Richardson, publisher of Dark Horse Comics, and makeup artists Alex Gillis and Tom Woodruff Jr. share their perspectives.
Top 13 Werewolf Films
Mar 11, 2006
A look at popular werewolf movies.
Ape-mania
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History of Don Post Studios
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Alien Collectibles
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