Bud Brewster
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 Posted: Fri Jun 17, 2016 1:56 pm Post subject: They Fought in the Creature Features by Tom Weaver |
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These men and women saved the planet from aliens, behemoths, monsters, zombies, and other bloated, stumbling threats — in the movies, at least — and now they tell their stories.
The stars who were interviewed include:
Julie Adams, John Agar, Richard Anderson, John Archer, Jeanne Bates, Billy Benedict, Turhan Bey, Lloyd Bridges
Ricou Browning, Robert Cornthwaite, Louise Currie, Richard Denning, Anne Francis, Mark Goddard, June Lockhart
Eugene Lourie, Jeff Morrow, Lori Nelson, Rex Reason, William Schallert, Don Taylor, George Wallace and Jane Wyatt
They give behind-the-scenes insights into such classic movies as Creature from the Black Lagoon, Forbidden Planet, Destination Moon and The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms. They also discuss the impact "monster-fighting" had on their careers and what they are now doing.
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Editorial reviews for Tom's book are impressive!
"Weaver is a writer you should be reading...smooth, highly readable narratives" — Big Reel
"A fun book for all SF film enthusiasts" — Interzone
"Invaluable" — Samhain
"Irresistable reading . . . quite a bit of priceless first-hand Hollywood stories . . . fun, crucial material for film fans. — Classic Images
"Most impressive . . . snappy, energetic . . . highly recommended." — Midnight Marquee
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