Monsterama (2004)
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.
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Episodes
- 1 1. Horror Hosts2004-12-01 · 15mTV horror-show host Vampira (Maila Nurmi) is interviewed.
- 2 2. Munsters2004-12-01 · 12mA close-up of the cult TV series “The Munsters,” which aired 1964-66, and a showcase of memorabilia and authentic props from the show.
- 3 3. Aurora Models2004-12-02 · 13mSpotlighting Aurora horror and fantasy model kits---monster figures that children in the 1960s could build and paint.
- 4 4. Don Post Calendar Masks2004-12-02 · 11mA peek at Don Post's rubber monster masks. Included: comments by Don Post Jr., Verne Langdon and Bob Burns.
- 5 5. KNB Effects2004-12-03 · 10mA 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.
- 6 6. Stan Winston2004-12-03 · 10mA 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.
- 7 7. Paul Blaisdell2004-12-05A 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
- 8 8. Rick Baker2004-12-05 · 12mInterview with six-time Oscar winner Rick Baker, effects wizard of “Men in Black” and “An American Werewolf in London.
- 9 9. Creature Collectibles2004-12-05 · 11mThe spotlight is on Creature from the Black Lagoon collectibles, including model kits, board games and rubber masks.
- 10 10. Godzilla Collectibles2004-12-05 · 12mA look at Japanese monster toys, with a focus on city-stomping behemoth Godzilla; a visit with collectors John Gilbert and Jean Carbajal.
- 11 11. Wax Figures2004-12-09The 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.
- 12 12. Witch's Dungeon2004-12-09 · 12mFeatured: 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 We
- 13 13. Ray Harryhausen2004-12-10 · 10mPioneering effects artist Ray Harryhausen, master of stop-motion animation, gives insight into his craft.
- 14 14. King Kong Collectibles2004-12-10 · 11mA look at collectors who go ape over “King Kong” memorabilia, including props and a miniature model. Elvira is the host.
- 15 15. Basil Gogos2004-12-13 · 10mA visit with rocker Rob Zombie illuminates an exploration of the work of painter Basil Gogos, whose work depicts Hollywood's classic monsters.
- 16 16. Planet of the Apes2004-12-14 · 10mThe 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 performer
- 17 17. Sideshow Collectibles2004-12-16 · 9mA showcase of Sideshow Collectibles movie-monster toys includes an interview with company VP Matt Falls and painter Tom Gilliland.
- 18 18. McFarlane Toys2006-11-16 · 9mA visit to the McFarlane Toys company and an interview with comic-book artist Todd McFarlane.
- 19 19. Forrest Ackerman2004-12-17 · 10mWriter and creature-feature collector Forrest J. Ackerman is profiled.
- 20 20. Bob Burns2004-12-17 · 11mA profile of creature creator, collector and horror-flick historian Bob Burns includes a visit to his monster museum.
- 21 21. Aliens and Predators2004-12-23 · 9mA 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 Ri
- 22 22. Top 13 Werewolf Films2006-03-11A look at popular werewolf movies.
- 23 23. Ape-mania · 10m
- 24 24. History of Don Post Studios · 13m
- 25 25. Alien Collectibles · 11m
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