David J. Skal
David John Skal was an American cultural historian, critic, writer, and on-camera commentator known for his research and analysis of horror films and horror literature.
Known For | Directing |
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Most Rating | 0.725 |
Birthday | 1952-06-21 |
Place of Birth | Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
Also Known As |
2006
Vampira: The Movie
7.5/2
Vampira The Movie chronicles the story of Malia "Vampira" Nurmi living on the very edge of show business and her rise to celluloid cultdom 50 years la...
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Vampira: The Movie
2002
The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster
7.9/9
The history of Frankenstein's journey from novel to stage to screen to icon.
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The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster
1996
Vampires: Thirst for the Truth
10/1
A documentary that explores man's enduring fascination with the vampire legend by examining historical accounts, literary works, and as they are portr...
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Vampires: Thirst for the Truth
2010
The Real Vampire Files
0/0
From myths to monsters to Twilight. Where did 'Vampire' come from? Where is it today? And where is it going next?
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The Real Vampire Files
2000
Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!
6.4/9
A documentary from Universal about the movie "The Invisible Man" (1933) directed by James Whale.
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Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!
1999
The Road to 'Dracula'
7.5/13
A documentary from Universal about the movie "Dracula" (1931) starring Bela Lugosi.
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The Road to 'Dracula'
2000
Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!
7.3/6
A documentary from Universal about the movie Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein.
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Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!
2000
Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle
7.3/8
Documentary about the making of and legacy of The Creature from the Black Lagoon included in The Legacy Collection box set.
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Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle
2012
The Birds: Hitchcock's Monster Movie
0/0
This documentary short explores the origins of the monster movie and how Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds" (1963) fits in the genre.
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The Birds: Hitchcock's Monster Movie
2006
Hitchcocked!
0/0
A tribute to the work of Alfred Hitchcock, featuring contemporary filmmakers, writers, performers, and cultural critics.
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Hitchcocked!
2022
Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story
10/1
Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story takes a deeper look at the life and career of Boris Karloff, from 1931 to 1969, exploring films such as The Ghoul...
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Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story
2004
Hollywood's Creepiest Creatures
10/1
Elvira hosts this humorous look at movie monsters and facts about the real animals on which they're based. Included: clips from films; and interviews...
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Hollywood's Creepiest Creatures
2004
Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield
5.9/7
Documentary about the real life inspiration behind "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre," serial killer Ed Gein.
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Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield
1976
All Over
0/0
As a famous man lies dying, his family—including both his wife and his mistress—gathers inside, while members of the media converge outside for news o...
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All Over
2004
Tod Browning's 'Freaks': The Sideshow Cinema
7.3/3
Documentary recounting the making of Tod Browning's Freaks. Featuring interviews with experts and actual sideshow performers, this film gives a fascin...
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Tod Browning's 'Freaks': The Sideshow Cinema
2005
The Perfect Scary Movie
7.5/2
A documentary looking at the various conventions and scare techniques of the horror genre.
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The Perfect Scary Movie
2006
Night Terrors: The Origins of Wes Craven's Nightmares
5.5/2
A look at the importance of dreams in relation to Wes Craven's successful A Nightmare on Elm Street horror franchise.
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Night Terrors: The Origins of Wes Craven's Nightmares
2021
Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster
8/5
Beginning just before his debut as Frankenstein’s creation, this documentary compellingly explores the life and legacy of a cinema legend, presenting...
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