Attack of the 50-Foot Monster Mania (2000)

Synopsis: Elvira, the mistress of the dark, hosts this frightening and fun look at the monster movie. With an emphasis on drive-in fright flicks of the '50s and '60s, this documentary studies both the... Elvira, the mistress of the dark, hosts this frightening and fun look at the monster movie. With an emphasis on drive-in fright flicks of the '50s and '60s, this documentary studies both the creation of these monsters as well as the effect they have had on audiences. There is even a special cultural comparison section, contrasting the American and British monster movies to those which have been successful in Japan. Interviews include special effects wizard, Ray Harryhausen and science fiction author/filmmaker Don Glut. With clips from such beloved creature features as the original KING KONG and MIGHTY JOE YOUNG, JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS and GODZILLA VS. THE SMOG MONSTER. [More]

Starring: Elvira, Ray Harryhausen, Donald F. Glut

Starring: Elvira, Ray Harryhausen, Donald F. Glut