Reel Terror by David Konow

Reel Terror by David Konow

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From "The Cabinet of Dr Caligari" to "Paranormal Activity", the author explores its all-time highs and lows, why the genre has been overlooked, and how horror films just might help us overcome fear. He offers on-set stories and insights that delve into each movie and its effect on American culture.

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Reel Terror by David Konow

"Reel Terror" is a love letter to the wildly popular yet still misunderstood genre that churns out blockbusters and cult classics year after year. From "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" to "Paranormal Activity", Konow explores its all-time highs and lows, why the genre has been overlooked, and how horror films just might help us overcome fear. His on-set stories and insights delve into each movie and its effect on American culture. For novices to all out film buffs, this is the perfect companion to this Halloween's movie marathons.

DAVID KONOW is the author of Bang Your Head: The Rise and Fall of Heavy Metal and has contributed to a variety of newspapers and websites, including Deadline.com, L.A. Weekly, and The New York Times. TGDaily.com, Guitar World, MovieMaker, Fangoria, and more. Weekly, The Wrap, Turner Classic Movies, Rue Morgue, TGDaily.com, Guitar World, MovieMaker, Fangoria, and more. He resides in the state of California.

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ISBN 13 9780312668839
ISBN 10 031266883X
Title Reel Terror
Author David Konow
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Griffin Publishing
Year published 2012-10-02
Number of pages 624
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.