Television Fright Films of the 1970's
by David Deal
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Author: David DealEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-04-03
ISBN: 0786429291
Number of pages: 230
Publisher: McFarland & Company
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Book Review: Movies of the Week
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this book because I own several of the movies of the week profiled within (including Trilogy of Terror, Hurricane, Ants and Murder on Flight 502) and I am interested in seeing more of them. The reviews and analysis of each of these films were very entertaining as well as the pictures that were sprinkled throughout, although a few more of them would have been nice. This book certainly let me know what I've been missing because I would love to see so many of these films because of the plots and the actors and of course, the "camp" value. I am too young to have grown up when these movies ran on TV, but I love Hollywood nostalgia and this book was a perfect example of that and a great read, as well. I would definitely recommend it for those who remember these movies when they originally aired or for someone like me who is anxious to locate and watch more of them.
Summary of Television Fright Films of the 1970's
If the made-for-television movie has long been regarded as a poor stepchild of the film industry, then telefilm horror has been the most uncelebrated offspring of all. Considered unworthy of critical attention, scary movies made for television have received little notice over the years. Yet millions of fans grew up watching them--especially during the 1970s--and remember them fondly.This exhaustive survey addresses the lack of critical attention by evaluating such films on their own merits. Covering nearly 150 made-for-TV fright movies from the 1970s, the book includes credits, a plot synopsis, and critical commentary for each. From the well-remembered Don't Be Afraid of the Dark to the better-forgotten Look What's Happened to Rosemary's Baby, it's a trustworthy and entertaining guide to the golden age of the televised horror movie.
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