Monsterama
Total Seasons :1Total Episodes : 25
Exploring monster movies and aspects of creature-feature fandom, including authentic props, collectibles and visits with makeup artists and effects wizards. Also: a look at monster-themed TV shows. Hosted by Elvira Mistress of the Dark
Episodes(25)
1. Horror Hosts
TV horror-show host Vampira (Maila Nurmi) is interviewed.
Air Date : 2004-12-01
2. Munsters
A close-up of the cult TV series “The Munsters,” which aired 1964-66, and a showcase of memorabilia and authentic props from the show.
Air Date : 2004-12-01
3. Aurora Models
Spotlighting Aurora horror and fantasy model kits---monster figures that children in the 1960s could build and paint.
Air Date : 2004-12-02
4. Don Post Calendar Masks
A peek at Don Post's rubber monster masks. Included: comments by Don Post Jr., Verne Langdon and Bob Burns.
Air Date : 2004-12-02
5. KNB Effects
A visit to the KNB EFX special-effects company, which worked on “Army of Darkness” and “Spawn.” Included: interviews with FX-perts Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger.
Air Date : 2004-12-03
6. Stan Winston
A visit to the special-effects studio of four-time Oscar winner Stan Winston (“Alien,” “The Terminator”). Also: a look at a line of original action figures and comic books.
Air Date : 2004-12-03
7. Paul Blaisdell
A profile of special-effects whiz Paul Blaisdell (“The She Creature,” “It! The Terror from Beyond Space”). Included: comments from Blaisdell's assistant Bob Burns, who offers some rare behind-the-scenes home movies and monster-film memorabilia.
Air Date : 2004-12-05
8. Rick Baker
Interview with six-time Oscar winner Rick Baker, effects wizard of “Men in Black” and “An American Werewolf in London.
Air Date : 2004-12-05
9. Creature Collectibles
The spotlight is on Creature from the Black Lagoon collectibles, including model kits, board games and rubber masks.
Air Date : 2004-12-05
10. Godzilla Collectibles
A look at Japanese monster toys, with a focus on city-stomping behemoth Godzilla; a visit with collectors John Gilbert and Jean Carbajal.
Air Date : 2004-12-05
11. Wax Figures
The focus is on wax museums, featuring a tour of the Movieland Wax Museum's Chamber of Horrors. Also: an interview with artist-sculptor Henry Alvarez.
Air Date : 2004-12-09
12. Witch's Dungeon
Featured: a visit to a witch's dungeon exhibit in Connecticut, including re-creations of classic Hollywood monsters such as the Phantom of the Opera, Dr. Phibes, the Fly and the Werewolf of London.
Air Date : 2004-12-09
13. Ray Harryhausen
Pioneering effects artist Ray Harryhausen, master of stop-motion animation, gives insight into his craft.
Air Date : 2004-12-10
14. King Kong Collectibles
A look at collectors who go ape over “King Kong” memorabilia, including props and a miniature model. Elvira is the host.
Air Date : 2004-12-10
15. Basil Gogos
A visit with rocker Rob Zombie illuminates an exploration of the work of painter Basil Gogos, whose work depicts Hollywood's classic monsters.
Air Date : 2004-12-13
16. Planet of the Apes
The spotlight is on collectibles based on the “Planet of the Apes” films, including model kits, bubble-gum cards and action figures. Also: a look at Apemania, a troupe of performers wearing primate makeup. Interviewed: Apemania owner Brian Penikas.
Air Date : 2004-12-14
17. Sideshow Collectibles
A showcase of Sideshow Collectibles movie-monster toys includes an interview with company VP Matt Falls and painter Tom Gilliland.
Air Date : 2004-12-16
18. McFarlane Toys
A visit to the McFarlane Toys company and an interview with comic-book artist Todd McFarlane.
Air Date : 2006-11-16
19. Forrest Ackerman
Writer and creature-feature collector Forrest J. Ackerman is profiled.
Air Date : 2004-12-17
20. Bob Burns
A profile of creature creator, collector and horror-flick historian Bob Burns includes a visit to his monster museum.
Air Date : 2004-12-17
21. Aliens and Predators
A close-up of props from the “Alien” film franchise includes detailed models and “chest burster” creatures. Also: a backstage look at the 2004 chiller “Alien vs. Predator.” Mike Richardson, publisher of Dark Horse Comics, and makeup artists Alex Gillis and Tom Woodruff Jr. share their perspectives.
Air Date : 2004-12-23
22. Top 13 Werewolf Films
A look at popular werewolf movies.
Air Date : 2006-03-11
23. Ape-mania
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24. History of Don Post Studios
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25. Alien Collectibles
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