Happy Monster Monday, fiends! In honor of Women in Horror Month, today's monster is the most iconic woman in horror history: the Bride of Frankenstein. Played by Elsa Lanchester, the Bride is only in the film for a few minutes, but Lanchester's performance – aided by James Whale's direction, Jack Pierce's makeup, and Vera West's … Continue reading Monster Monday: Bride of Frankenstein
Tag: Universal Monsters
31 Days of Halloween: Universal Monsters Horrorthon
It's finally here! My week-long horrorthon starts now, kiddies. I'll be updating all day, so keep checking back. I have a little less time this year than I have had in the past (I constantly reminisce about the week when I watched 50 horror movies...one day soon I'll do that again). If I had 168 … Continue reading 31 Days of Halloween: Universal Monsters Horrorthon
31 Days of Halloween: 24-Hour Horrorthon
I take my Halloween horror marathons very seriously. I take as much time off work as possible, and I usually start my spreadsheet planning in August (though I'm a little behind this year). I'll write all about this year's week-long marathon starting tomorrow and talk a bit about how I plan it out — don't … Continue reading 31 Days of Halloween: 24-Hour Horrorthon
Monster Monday: Creature from the Black Lagoon
I bring you glad tidings, for today is Monster Monday! Today we celebrate Gill-Man, the titular Creature from the Black Lagoon. This Universal Monster debuted in 1954, bringing with him a classic costume and some beautiful underwater scenes. Please enjoy: