Ed Wood, Mad Genius

Ed Wood, Mad Genius
Title Ed Wood, Mad Genius PDF eBook
Author Rob Craig
Publisher McFarland
Pages 315
Release 2009-09-12
Genre Performing Arts
ISBN 0786454237

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Filmmaker Ed Wood was controversial and critically maligned, even labeled "the worst director of all time," yet he achieved cult status and remains of great interest today. This book frames Wood's work, such as the cross-dressing themed Glen or Glenda? and the haphazard Bride of the Monster, as reflections of the culture of their era. Wood invariably worked with infinitesimal budgets, shooting at breakneck speed, incorporating plot twists that defied all logic. Yet there was a tangible if unfocused thematic thrust to Wood's films, which meditate fitfully on gender, religion and society, revealing a "holy trinity" of fixations--sex, death and resurrection. Wood's infamous Plan 9 From Outer Space encapsulates the fixations and flaws that were his hallmarks, and with 22 other films, is explored here. A filmography and 47 photographs are included.

Navigating Nightmare Ecstasy

Navigating Nightmare Ecstasy
Title Navigating Nightmare Ecstasy PDF eBook
Author The Junk Talk Poet
Publisher Lulu.com
Pages 36
Release
Genre
ISBN 1326028405

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Nightmare of Ecstasy

Nightmare of Ecstasy
Title Nightmare of Ecstasy PDF eBook
Author Rudolph Grey
Publisher
Pages 248
Release 1994
Genre Biography & Autobiography
ISBN

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The Life and Art of Edward D Wood This is an updated edition of the biography of cult American film maker Ed Wood which formed the basis of the film Ed Wood' starring Johnny Depp, Bill Murray and Patricia Arquette. It examines one of Hollywood's most iconoclastic, tragic figures: director, screenwriter, pornographer and hellraiser as well as master of outrageous kitsch, absurd supernatural horror and campy suspense. A hilarious and heart-breaking portrayal of a brave eccentric and sometimes insane film maker.'

The Immortal Count

The Immortal Count
Title The Immortal Count PDF eBook
Author Arthur Lennig
Publisher University Press of Kentucky
Pages 610
Release 2013-07-24
Genre Biography & Autobiography
ISBN 0813143756

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Bela Lugosi won immediate fame for his portrayal of the immortal count in the 1931 film Dracula. After a decade of trying vainly to broaden his range and secure parts to challenge his acting abilities, Lugosi resigned himself to a career as the world's most recognizable vampire. His last years were spent as a forgotten and rather tragic figure. When he died in 1956, Lugosi could not have known that vindication of his talent would come—his face would adorn theaters, his image would appear on greeting cards and postage stamps, his film memorabilia would sell for more than he earned in his entire career, and his Hungarian accent would be instantly recognized by millions of people. Martin Landau's Oscar-winning role as Lugosi in the 1994 film Ed Wood added an ironic twist to a career that had ended in oblivion. In 1974, devoted Lugosi fan Arthur Lennig published a highly regarded biography of the unsung actor. More than twice the length of the original and completely rewritten, The Immortal Count provides deeper insights into Lugosi's films and personality. Drawing upon personal interviews, studio memos, shooting scripts, research in Romania and Hungary, and his own recollections, Lennig has written the definitive account of Lugosi's tragic life.

Nightmare

Nightmare
Title Nightmare PDF eBook
Author Dina Khapaeva
Publisher BRILL
Pages 274
Release 2012-11-13
Genre Literary Criticism
ISBN 9004222758

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An analysis of the novels of Maturin, Gogol, Dostoevsky, Mann, Lovecraft and Pelevin through the prism of their interest in investigating the nature of the nightmare reveals the unstudied features of the nightmare as a mental state and traces the mosaic of coincidences leading from literary experiments to today’s culture of nightmare consumption.

100 Greatest Cult Films

100 Greatest Cult Films
Title 100 Greatest Cult Films PDF eBook
Author Christopher J. Olson
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Pages 351
Release 2018-04-12
Genre Performing Arts
ISBN 1442211040

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The term “cult film” may be difficult to define, but one thing is certain: A cult film is any movie that has developed a rabid following for one reason or another. From highly influential works of pop art like Eraserhead and Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! to trash masterpieces such as Miami Connection and Fateful Findings, thousands of movies have earned recognition as cult classics over the years, and new movies rise to cult status every year. So how do viewers searching for the best or most important cult films decide where to start? In 100 Greatest Cult Films, Christopher J. Olson highlights the most provocative, intriguing, entertaining, and controversial films produced over the last century. The movies included here have either earned reputations as bona fide cult classics or have in some way impacted our understanding of cult cinema, often transcending traditional notions of “good” and “bad” while featuring memorable characters, unforgettably shocking scenes, and exceptionally quotable dialogue. With detailed arguments for why these films deserve to be considered among the greatest of all time, Olson provides readers fodder for debate and a jumping-off point for future watching. A thought-provoking and accessible look at dozens of cinematic “treasures,” this resource includes valuable information on the films, creators, and institutions that have shaped cult cinema. Ultimately, The 100 Greatest Cult Films offers readers—from casual cinephiles, film scholars, and avid fans alike—a chance to discover or re-discover some of the most memorable films of all time.

Hello Sunshine

Hello Sunshine
Title Hello Sunshine PDF eBook
Author Smruti Mirani, Shachi Bheda
Publisher Notion Press
Pages 249
Release 2024-01-17
Genre Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN

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“I can’t do this”, “I am not good enough”, or “Nothing is good in my life”, we often have thoughts like these, and the trouble is that we believe them. What if instead, we told ourselves: “I am loved and safe”, “I am alive and thankful”, and “I choose my experiences”? Presenting ‘Hello Sunshine: My Gratitude Journal’ just for you, if you can relate to feelings of negativity, and wish to embrace gratitude and abundance. This Gratitude Journal will be your North Star with daily journaling prompts, reminding you to choose to focus on the good in your life. So, brighten your day with your new friend, ‘Hello Sunshine: My Gratitude Journal’ and create, feel and express to your heart’s content! Feel the sunshine around you and be the sunshine.