SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE #4-- magazine review by porfle

After reading the latest issue of SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE (number 4--Autumn 2009), I have to tell you--it's pretty gay.

Not that there's anything wrong with that...in fact, the self-described "Queer Horror" issue yields a good deal of interesting reading material regarding "the horror that dare not speak its name." Which, of course, has been a major part of Hollywood, on both sides of the camera, since movies began.

Just in case the cover pic of Ernest Theisiger's "Dr. Pretorius" leering at us through a giant "Q" isn't enough of a giveaway, a glance at the table of contents reveals much emphasis on the gay perspective. Harry H. Long's cover story "Wicked Uncle Ernie" is a fascinating look at the memorably campy thespian described as "the quirkiest genre character actor on and off the screen", whose exquisitely droll presence added zing to such films as BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN, THE OLD DARK HOUSE, and THE GHOUL.

Ken Hanke weighs in with his take on the Frederic March classic "Death Takes a Holiday", exploring not only why he has come to perceive the film as "brimming with gay subtext" but also going into detail about how an individual might "read" a particular film under various circumstances. Pam Keesey's "Vampyros Lesbos" is an erotic tribute to the 1971 Jess Franco film that was released during what has been called the "Golden Age of the Lesbian Vampire."

Scream King? Horror Himbo? Actor-producer-director Joe Zaso (his fans might add "hottie" to that list of hyphens) chats with Bob Gutowski in "Joe Zaso Bares All", a title which also describes the beefcake photos accompanying the interview. Two upcoming gay-oriented horror films that look like they'd be worth checking out are highlighted in Sean Abley's "The Making of 'Socket', about a couple of guys whose sexual activities may be a little too shocking for their own good, and Earl Roesel's interview with writer-producer Joe Moe about his upcoming slasher romp "Red Velvet", which stars Henry Thomas.

As it turns out, the giant "Q" on the cover might also refer to this issue's tribute to the memory of the late Robert "Count Yorga" Quarry, which his fans won't want to miss. A mini-biography by Kevin G. Shinnick is followed by Tim Sullivan's "My Dinner With Yorga", in which the venerable horror icon takes a fond look back at his most memorable character.

In addition to all of this, SCARLET THE FILM MAGAZINE #4 is jam-packed with detailed reviews of the latest books, films, and DVDs (many of them continuing the issue's gay theme) and other goodies. All in all, it's well worth getting your hands on a copy regardless of whether you're gay, straight, or "other."

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SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE #4-- magazine review by porfle

SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE #3 -- review by porfle

If you were a reader of the late Richard Valley's "Scarlet Street" magazine then chances are you'll want to check out its successor, SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE. And even if you never heard of Valley's long-running journal of all things fantastic and horrific, but are a serious classic movie fan with a desire for in-depth coverage, SCARLET is a worthy effort which definitely merits your attention.

It's taken me awhile to get around to reviewing it because this isn't the kind of magazine you just breeze through. While lavishly illustrated, there's no filler or extra-large print to make you think you're getting more than you are, and no puff pieces. There's enough information and insight here to keep the average reader engrossed for days.

As publisher Kevin G. Shinnick relates in his opening comments, issue #3 (Spring 2009) of SCARLET turned out to be somewhat of a tribute issue due to the passing of Forrest J. Ackerman, Robert Quarry, and Linda Miller. Ken Hanke's "Farewell to the Master" explores the ways in which Uncle Forry's "Famous Monsters of Filmland" introduced young fans to horror and sci-fi films in a relatively impartial manner, encouraging us to form our own opinions as our critical sensibilities matured. This is augmented by reminiscences by Joe Moe, Angus Scrimm, Carla Laemmle, and others.

Joe Moe, Tim Sullivan, and Fred Olen Ray offer their thoughts on the passing of Robert "Count Yorga" Quarry, who died at the age of 83. Artist Linda Miller is remembered by her friend Max Cheney (aka The Drunken Severed Head) in a fond tribute featuring several of her beautiful paintings from classic horror films. Especially intriguing is Linda's imagining of the death of Henry Frankenstein (Colin Clive) in the original ending to BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN.

David Skal and Jessica Rains' "Mr. Rains Goes to Burbank" is the latest chapter in their continuing saga of the great Claude Rains and his distinguished film career. "Vampires and Space Probes and Snails...Oh, My!" is Lelia Loban's detailed look at the little-seen classic RETURN OF DRACULA with Francis Lederer and the Sputnik-inspired sci-fi quickie THE FLAME BARRIER.

With "The Cross and the Cauldron", Paul Leggett offers a thoughtful examination of the interaction of horror and Christianity over the years. Scott Essman's interesting interview with Elias Merhige about his surreal film THE BEGOTTEN succeeds in making me want to see it as soon as possible. Likewise with Ken Hanke's article on the film adaption of Clive Barker's MIDNIGHT MEAT TRAIN with Vinnie Jones (one of my favorite actors, dammit) and Ted Raimi.

"But wait--there's more!" as they say in all our favorite infomercials, and indeed this issue is generously stuffed with dozens of reviews of films, books, and music to pique the interest of your typical horror/ fantasy/ sci-fi/ mystery fan. And since that's pretty much what I am, SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE #3 piqued me to pieces.

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SCARLET: THE FILM MAGAZINE #3 -- review by porfle

MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #26 -- Another Awesome Issue For Classic Horror Fans

Hello? HELLO? Okay, as soon as you're done admiring that totally awe-inspiring Daniel Horne painting of Karloff from THE WALKING DEAD, which graces the cover of MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT issue #26, then we'll discuss the contents. Whenever you're ready. Like, sometime this week. ARE YOU EVEN LISTENING TO ME? Oh, the heck with it--I think I wanna gawk at that cool cover some more myself...

Once inside, we find editor Jim Clatterbaugh's "View From the Vault", which includes a tribute to the late Forry Ackerman, followed by the always interesting letters section where readers get to sound off about this, that, and t'other.

Kicking off the ish in grand style is the scintillatin' saga of "Boris Karloff at Warner Bros., 1935-1939", which describes in great detail the circumstances behind Karloff's sojourn from the Universal Studios lot in order to make THE WALKING DEAD, WEST OF SHANGHAI, THE INVISIBLE MENACE, DEVIL'S ISLAND, and BRITISH INTELLIGENCE for the brothers Warner during the late 30s. As fate would have it, I've never had the chance to see a single one of those films over the years. But just as in the days of FM, it's always interesting to read about movies like this (and salivate over the wealth of juicy Karloff stills) even if I haven't seen them yet. Especially when the article is written by horror historian Greg Mank, who really knows his way around this stuff and can always make it informative and fun.

Gary D. Rhodes keeps things rolling with "One Browning, Two Helens, and a Host of Fakes", the story behind the 1929 production of Tod Browning's THE THIRTEENTH CHAIR. For Browning, the enigmatic director whose work has been alternately critically praised and derided throughout the years, the film began "a shift away from collaborations with Lon Chaney and the beginning of his work with Lugosi." It also continues his fondness for "fakery and deception" so evident in LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT and its later remake, MARK OF THE VAMPIRE.

Largely unseen until it began to turn up on Ted Turner's TNT and TCM channels, the film is of interest today mainly due to its being the first Browning-Lugosi collaboration. David Skal and Elias Savada speculate in their book Dark Carnival that this apparent miscasting of Lugosi may have actually been intended as a screen test for the upcoming DRACULA. Rhodes contends that this is unlikely and that Lugosi, rather than being miscast, was simply cast interestingly against type. Rhodes then treats us to an exhaustive look at the film itself--along with another series of choice photos--detailing the differences between it and Bayard Veiller's play, which opened on Broadway in 1916.

Next up is "Vampires, Zombies, and Sorcerers: The Best of Hammer Horror in the 1960s." According to authors Mark Clark and Bryan Senn: "When MFTV learned that we were co-authoring a comprehensive guide to horror films of the 1960s...tentatively titled Sixties Shockers: Horror Films of the 1960s, editor Jim Clatterbaugh asked us to name our choices for the best films of the decade to emerge from England's fabled Hammer Films." This sneak peek at their upcoming book goes into detail about three key Hammer films--THE BRIDES OF DRACULA, PLAGUE OF THE ZOMBIES, and THE DEVIL'S BRIDE--and is a delight for Hammer fans.

"Universal-International's The Strange Door (1951): Part One" is another sneak peek, this time courtesy of authors Tom Weaver and Steve Kronenberg, of a chapter from their upcoming book, Univeral Terrors: The 1950s (the long-awaited sequel to Universal Horrors). Part One looks at the inspiration, synopsis, and cast of this '51 film which I saw on TV a few times as a kid and always found perversely compelling, with rich performances by Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton.

An interesting note is that Laughton chose to play up the humor inherent in his flamboyantly vile lead character, and, while director Joseph Pevney recounts this being his and Laughton's intention all along, Elsa Lanchester is quoted as saying that Pevney wasn't aware of this during filming and was shocked by the audience laughter at the inital preview!

"Films From the Vault" offers another batch of insightful DVD reviews by Mark Clark. This time he weighs in on "Fox Horror Classics Volume 2" (featuring CHANDU THE MAGICIAN, DRAGONWYCK, and DR. RENAULT'S SECRET) and "Icons of Horror: Hammer Films" (featuring SCREAM OF FEAR, THE TWO FACES OF DR. JEKYLL, THE CURSE OF THE MUMMY'S TOMB, and THE GORGON).

And finally, "Books From the Vault" reteams Clark and Bryan Senn for reviews of I Talked With a Zombie:Interviews with 23 Veterans of Horror and Sci-Fi Films and Television and Creature Features: Nature Turned Nasty in the Movies.

In a 4/7/09 message to readers of the Classic Horror Film Board, editor Jim Clatterbaugh offers this update: "Now that software, hardware, malware, and virus issues on my computer have been resolved and I've recovered from a brief illness (all of which created havoc on my production schedule for Monsters from the Vault #26), I'm happy to announce that the issue finally went to press this morning! I'll be getting my proof after work today (if all goes well) and my printer says I should have copies back in 10 working days (around April 21st or 22nd). I should be doing my mass mailing on the weekend of the April 25-26 and all copies should be in the mail come April 27th. The issue should start showing up in comic book stores on April 29th or May 6th.

"A BIG thanks to our readers for their patience!"

For information on subscriptions, back issues, and a whole lot more, check out the MFTV website today!

MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #26 -- Another Awesome Issue For Classic Horror Fans

Prince Sirki Claims Fandom's Main Man

Our beloved Uncle Forry--Forrest J. Ackerman--has passed on at the age of 92.

While some of us are at a loss for words at this time, thankfully others are not. Therefore, we will leave it to FJA's friend and caregiver Joe Moe, plus his devoted friends and fans at the Classic Horror Film Board, to put our feelings into words...

Dearest friends.

At 11:58 last night. Thursday Dec. 4th. Forrest J Ackerman passed away quickly and peacefully. I am struggling to give you this information between bouts of profound grief of the sort that you will all be experiencing at the sight of this news. I will give you more details as I'm able. For now, trust me when I tell you he left us gently, in complete lucidity and with as much dignity as any of us could have wished for our beloved Uncle. Thanks for all of your support. We'll talk again soon. Love, Joe Moe

That of course is very sad news. But 92 years is a long life, especially if one has lived his life as well as Mr Ackerman. He was able to make his passions his life work, something not many people get to do. --catmandu7

In a way we should find some comfort in that this news did not just arise out of nowhere, and we all knew that Forry was not well. So there was a lot of time for everyone to collect their thoughts, and to be able to let the Ackermonster know that he meant so much to so many, and that he had many fans who cared. That's really a very special thing, that he got to experience that sentiment. It's always sad to see someone pass on, but when someone has lived a full life of 90+ years and had a good time, this makes the situation somewhat easier to bear. --Joe Karlosi

Without Forry, a lot of us would have been different people... --Scoundrel

The best I can say is that he left knowing he was well loved. --Jelly Roll Norton

I knew this would come someday, but I never wanted it to be today. --blackbiped

So today begins the first day of my living in a world without a Forrest J. Ackerman. That is going to take a lot of getting used to. I don't like it already... --GhostofChaneysLiver

A sad day, following so many happy ones. I think we'll be alright. --Jimchig

Goodbye, dear Uncle. The impact you have had on my life is profound. --Frank Dietz

Truly an end of an era. At least we had Forry this long and he lived his life to the fullest and to the end ... and he did it (to paraphrase the song) "his way." --Don Glut

David "taraco" Colton of the CHFB conveys this message from horror historian and author David J. Skal:

Forrest J Ackerman gave me both my childhood and adulthood. In the early 1960s, there was no home video of any kind, and the only way to access the old classic monster films was to wait for them to sporadically show up on television, or, better yet, read "Famous Monsters of Filmland," where the creatures came to life and cavorted every time you turned the page. Every eight weeks I haunted the local drugstore newsstand with rapt anticipation. His playful use of language and awful puns taught me more about writing than any English class. Ackerman's impact on American popular culture through his influence on major filmmakers like Spielberg, Landis, Dante, and others is inestimable. -- David J. Skal

(Thanks to Frank Dietz and David Colton for the photos. Read and contribute your thoughts to the FJA tribute thread at the CHFB.)

Prince Sirki Claims Fandom's Main Man

MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #25 -- A Magazine You Can Really Sink Your Fangs Into!

Well, I just got through immersing my big, goofy Monster Kid self in the Summer '08 issue of MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT (Vol. 13, No. 25), and I feel like I've just been to a horror convention in my head! Once again, editor Jim Clatterbaugh and his talented writers and crew have stitched together a creation that, in the words of old Ygor, really "does things for me."

First off, Corlandt Hull gives us an informative look at his great-uncle Henry Hull, best remembered as THE WEREWOLF OF LONDON. Included are some choice stills from this and other memorable Hull roles including Magwitch of GREAT EXPECTATIONS and his stage performances as Edgar Allan Poe and Samuel Clemens (for which he did his own makeup). We're also shown the original unused WEREWOLF makeup, which became a bone of contention between Hull and Universal makeup maestro Jack Pierce.

Next there's a massive behind-the-scenes account of one of my favorite sequels, Val Lewton's 1944's THE CURSE OF THE CAT PEOPLE, by the author of one of my favorite books ("It's Alive!"), Greg Mank. "Sad, twisted, and oddly beautiful" is how Mank describes this story of a little girl guided by an angelic-looking ghost (Simone Simon) through some harrowing times involving a witchlike woman and a widowed father (Kent Smith) who neglects her. Not only does Mank give us a thorough account of the details behind the making of this dark fairytale, but also explains why it is the most strangely autobiographical of Lewton's films.

Following this is Mark F. Berry's interview with David Hedison of THE FLY, TV's "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea", and various James Bond films as 007's CIA friend Felix Leiter, with special emphasis on his role in Irwin Allen's fanciful 1960 version of THE LOST WORLD. Lots of info on the latter should interest anyone who grew up watching this cheesy-but-colorful adventure film and thrilling to the sight of iguanas wrestling in slow-motion.

"Manly P. Hall, Dracula, and the Complexities of the Classic Horror Film Sequel" is a fascinating examination of the various kinds of sequels that developed during horror's early years (author Gary D. Rhodes indicates three basic types, some more adherent to logic than others) and goes on to tell us of writer Manly P. Hall and his efforts to give the world a proper sequel to Lugosi's DRACULA. Fans of both the film and Stoker's novel will be interested in reading the details of Hall's proposed continuation of the story.

Rounding off this issue is a wealth of DVD and book reviews, including a look at the second edition of "Universal Horrors: The Studio's Classic Films, 1931-1946" by Tom Weaver, Michael Brunas, and John Brunas, which includes an interview with the authors themselves. Steven Kronenberg's description of this book's contents makes me want to read it right now! It sounds like a real treasure trove of juicy info and analysis for Universal horror fans. John Clymer's interview with the authors is also of great interest even if, like me, you don't always agree with some of their views on particular films such as DRACULA.

MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT is a don't-miss publication for classic horror fans. It has the Monster Kid enthusiasm of Forrest J. Ackerman's "Famous Monsters of Filmland", but with a more mature approach and extremely in-depth coverage--and it's jam-packed with great photos, too. Plus, that awesome Werewolf of London cover art alone is enough to make you want to run outside and howl at the moon! (And while you're at it, check out the website for info on subscriptions and back issues, and a whole lot more.)

MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #25 -- A Magazine You Can Really Sink Your Fangs Into!

FORREST J ACKERMAN -- Everyone's Favorite Uncle

To those of us who grew up in the heyday of monster fandom--stoked by a wealth of monster flicks on TV and big-screen viewings at theaters that still ran the vintage films, and forever absorbed in the latest horror/sci-fi comic, magazine, toy, or Aurora model kit--Forrest J Ackerman has always been our beloved "Uncle Forry."

His number was in the phone book, so any kid could look it up and give him a call anytime, and the genial FJA would discuss King Kong, Karloff, or Robby the Robot with him as though they were old friends. Those lucky enough to be in the vicinity of Hollyweird, Karloffornia could even stop by and visit the fabled Ackermansion, a vast repository (it seemed vast to us, anyway) of priceless collectibles from a lifetime of fandom, where Forry lived with his wife, Wendayne, until her passing in 1990. In 2002, financial woes forced him to relocate to smaller digs and sell much of his invaluable collection.

A prolific author himself, Uncle Forry has amassed an astounding collection of sci-fi books over the decades and served as literary agent for many authors including Ed Wood. Among his hundreds of screen appearances are cameo roles in such films as THE TIME TRAVELERS, DEAD ALIVE, THE HOWLING, AMAZON WOMEN ON THE MOON, and ATTACK OF THE 60 FOOT CENTERFOLD. He can also be seen sitting behind Michael Jackson and his girlfriend in a movie theater during the opening minutes of Jackson's "Thriller" video.

If one couldn't make the pilgrimage to the Ackermansion, there was still "Famous Monsters of Filmland" magazine, probably the Ackermonster's greatest and most influential contribution to the genre. Since 1958, future filmmakers and authors such as Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Joe Dante, John Landis, and Stephen King grew up avidly perusing those wonder-filled pages along with the rest of us, sharing Uncle Forry's love and appreciation for the silent classics of Chaney, Lang, and Veidt, the Golden Age of the 30s and 40s, the sensational sci-fi of the 50s, and the later horrors of Hammer, Amicus, and others.

"Famous Monsters" was a lifeline of information and comradeship back in the days before horror, fantasy, and sci-fi went mainstream, when those who were into such stuff might still be looked down upon by decent folk as "weird." Legal dramas and conflicts over ownership of "Famous Monsters" have occupied much of FJA's time in recent years, but few doubt that he was and has always been the heart and soul of FM and the guiding light of fandom in general for a good part of the 20th century and beyond.

Born in 1916, Forrest J Ackerman was going to science fiction conventions in costume, putting out fanzines, starting fan clubs, writing fantasy fiction, and collecting precious film artifacts before most people had even heard the word "sci-fi." At the ripe old age of 92, he can look back on a marvelous career in which he has promoted and participated in every level of fandom with an undying sense of optimism and enthusiasm, forming scores of lasting friendships with not only the biggest names like Ray Bradbury but also the everyday fans from all walks of life.

Now, as he faces failing health and a precarious battle with pneumonia, those of us who have for so long looked to him as a guiding and inspirational figure may find ourselves pausing to reflect on his importance in our lives, and to offer positive thoughts and best wishes for their one and only Uncle Forry. Anyone who wishes to express such thoughts is urged to do so by sending their words of affection and support to this address:

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You can also discuss FJA and read the words of other likeminded fans at the Classic Horror Film Board by clicking here.

FORREST J ACKERMAN -- Everyone's Favorite Uncle

Check Out MONDO CULT Magazine!

For those of us who found time to learn how to read while growing up watching monster flicks, listening to freaky music, and generally frolicking through a wonderland of kooky cultural goodness, MONDO CULT comes as a cool breeze of giddy literary fun.

Buddy Barnett (print publisher), Jessie Lilley (editor), and Brad Linaweaver (writer) head up the sizeable stable of talented writers, photographers, and artists who have assembled two awesome issues of MONDO CULT magazine so far, while also offering lots of cool content on their website at my favorite price, free.

Issue #1 is of special interest to KING KONG fans. In addition to a heartfelt poem about the big, lovable lug by Ray Bradbury himself, it also features 96-year-old Fay Wray's final interview in "Whatever Happened to Fay Wray?" by Terry Pace. Readers are treated to the priceless recollections of this Old Hollywood star who made her debut in Erich von Stroheim's THE WEDDING MARCH and went on to become the greatest scream queen of them all. If you love KING KONG or any of Fay Wray's other classics--such as THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME, DR. X., MYSTERY OF THE WAX MUSEUM, and THE VAMPIRE BAT--you'll want to read her vivid memories of them in an interview that encompasses her entire extraordinary career as both an actress and a playwright.

Continuing the KONG theme--Uncle Forry himself, Forrest J. Ackerman, tells of the time he actually saw the fabled "Spider Pit" sequence, and Brad Linaweaver weighs in on the '76 Dino De Laurentiis remake.

MONDO CULT also features a wealth of movie reviews--everything from ZONTAR, THING FROM VENUS to GORGO to THE GIANT SPIDER INVASION and more. Jessie Lilley's account of attending a special screening of the original GODZILLA with Forrest J. Ackerman is both informative and colorful.

Scads of book and CD reviews are also included, covering both the well-known and the more obscure. Max Steiner's music for KING KONG is discussed, of course, as well as the scores for THE INCREDIBLES and THE ILLUSTRATED MAN, plus Jeff Wayne's rock opera WAR OF THE WORLDS. Rock, soul, jazz, and just about everything else is thrown in as well. Book reviews include "Kong: King of Skull Island" by Joe DeVito and Brad Strickland and "Anarquia: An Alternate History of the Spanish Civil War" by Brad Linaweaver and J. Kent Hastings. Jessie Lilley's reading list proves to be decidedly morbid of late--she checks out stuff like E.J. Fleming's "Hollywood Death and Scandal Sites" and David K. Frasier's "Suicide in the Entertainment Industry."

If this sounds like your cup of tanna-leaf tea, swing by http://www.mondocult.com/ for ordering info on issues #1 and #2. Your inner Monster Kid will freak out!

Check Out MONDO CULT Magazine!

Little Shoppe of Horrors #21 Review

Little Shoppe of Horrors #21 by Ian Friedman

Recently, I’ve had the pleasure to read for review the upcoming issue of Hammer Studios fan magazine LSOH. Its current issue is largely dedicated to an overview of the Hammer classic Curse of Frankenstein.

Usually when fans want to learn about the history of a particular they often will have to turn to a selection in a book about a film studio which at most can often only give 10-20 pages about the film. For fans of Curse of Frankenstein, the only thing they will need to look at is LSOH #21. This issue is an amazingly comprehensive look at the entire production of Curse of Frankenstein which leaves no stone unturned. In short this issue will be the definitive reference guide for researchers and fans wanting to learn about the movie. Its synthesizes from previous articles and interviews and new material to talk about the makeup, casting, scripting, critical reception, and just about everything you would ever want to know about the film and is the work of an exceptionally talented writing pool.

Still, the issue is not just about Curse of Frankenstein, but also has a very good article by Ted Newsom about the aborted show Tales of Frankenstein. Tales of Frankenstein has an interesting history with me, because I remember it being used in a VHS (2 Tape) compilation about the history of Frankenstein complete with trailers (it is where I first saw Frankenstein Meets the Space Monster). I have to wonder if Ted worked on the production of that tape set.

Little Shoppe of Horrors is a must buy for any serious fan or student of the classic Curse of Frankenstein and also those interested in Tales of Frankenstein. This is not to imply that magazine is not also filled with excellent articles and a feature interview with the late director Terrance Fisher.

You can get the latest issue at www.littleshoppeofhorrors.com and I suggest you do so immediately!

Little Shoppe of Horrors #21 Review

MIDNIGHT MARQUEE Magazine Makes the Jump Into Hyperspace

When Gary J. Svehla was 13-years-old in 1963, an avid fan of Famous Monsters of Filmland, he decided to publish his own "fanzine," a carbon-copied mishmash where only 20 copies were circulated of issue one.

Today, 41 years later, that original fanzine (Gore Creatures) has evolved into Midnight Marquee and is still going strong. And now, the venerable print mag is available online.

To download the latest fear-filled issue, visit the Midnight Marquee website here. For an ongoing discussion of this development check out the Classic Horror Film Board thread by clicking here.

MIDNIGHT MARQUEE Magazine Makes the Jump Into Hyperspace

IMPACT Magazine--New Issue Now On Stands

The new issue of Impact has just hit the shelves, and it's loaded with features such as a "Kickboxer" series retrospective which includes the full Dennis Chan "Kickboxer" related interview and soundbites from Albert Pyun about "KB 2 & 4", reviews of "The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor", John Woo's "The Red Cliff", interviews with Hong Kong hero Simon Yam, Jackie Chan Stunt-Teamer Brad Allan about the action of "Hellboy 2: The Golden Army', Japanime, Korean action in "The Chaser', a look at the recent "Phantasamogoria' festival and the US version of "Life On Mars", and much more. Log onto http://www.impactmoviemagazine.co.uk/

Subscriptions and Back issues available from site as either printed or digital copies.

IMPACT Magazine--New Issue Now On Stands