LITTLE SHOPPE OF HORRORS (2023)

"By the early 1970's, Hammer's gothic Dracula films were losing viewer interest, so they inserted the sanguinary Count into the 20th century and Swinging London. With Christopher Lee as Dracula and Peter Cushing as Van Helsing, Dracula AD 1972 and The Satanic Rites of Dracula were fun and a bit out of style, but they have built a solid fanbase over the years. Little Shoppe of Horrors takes readers inside the making of these productions."

"In 1967 came one of the most colorful and exciting (and funny) horror/comedies that has ever been produced. Shot by Roman Polanski on location in the European Alps and on the soundstages of four major British Film studios, Dance of the Vampires (U.S. title: The Fearless Vampire Killers or Pardon Me But Your Teeth Are In My Neck), the film showcased fabulous sets, wonderful music by Christopher Komeda and the great Ferdy Mayne as Count Von Krolock. Little Shoppe of Horrors takes you behind the scenes as we talk to people both in front of and behind the camera and the full story of this legendary gothic extravaganza."

"Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) talks about his role in Hammer's new Gothic period horror film (their first since 1972), the famous ghost story The Woman In Black in an exclusive interview. With over 9,000 stage presentations in London, and still going strong, plus a terrifying BBC movie in 1989, scripted by Nigel Kneale (of Quatermass fame), Little Shoppe of Horrors covers The Woman In Black as only it can."

"The Abominable Dr. Phibes was one of Vincent Price's greatest roles. In LSoH we cover the complete production history of the film, plus the sequel Dr. Phibes Rises Again. Rare in-depth interview with Vincent Price about Phibes. Other interviews include Robert Quarry, Fiona Lewis and Valli Kemp. Hundreds of photographs. Plus other articles and interviews."

"Little Shoppe of Horrors is in its 40th year. Vampire Circus was a latter day vampire film from the famed British studio Hammer Films. With an exploitation title but images straight out of Fellini and Bergman, it was one of the last great Hammer horror films. Behind the scenes story on the making of the film, with interviews with director Robert Young and stars Anthony Higgins and Robert Tayman."

"Little Shoppe of Horrors, in its 41st Years. 1971 saw the opposite ends of quality in British Horror filmmaking. Demons of the Mind from Hammer Films, in 1971, and Trog from Herman Cohen at the same time. LSoH takes you behind-the-scenes on both films. Demons, a beautifully filmed horror film with the Best of British actors and technicians - Hammer at its best. Trog - as with a baby only a mother can love. This guilty pleasure directed by Freddie Francis and starring Joan Crawford is just plain fun!"

"Hammer/The Shaw Brothers' 1973 classic Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires - Kung Fu, Hammer Horror, Peter Cushing, David Chiang, hot Chinese Babes, and Julie Ege. As the ads said, 'Black Belt meets Black Magic'! Interviews, articles and behind-the-scenes on the production. Plus, a tribute to the late Hammer producer, Anthony Hinds, who was responsible for their greatest films including Horror of Dracula, The Curse of Frankenstein, The Brides of Dracula, Curse of the Werewolf, and many more!"

"Dracula: Prince of Darkness. In 1965, Dracula was back! For Hammer Films as the legendary actor, Christopher Lee, once more donned cape and fangs to appear as the vampire Count for the first time since 1957. Moody, extremely well acted and directed (by Terence Fisher) Hammer Horror Classic, it was one of the most successful films of the year for 20th Century Fox. Little Shoppe of Horrors takes you behind the scenes with many interviews and lots of production information!"

"Hammer's Phantom of the Opera, in 1961, was its most spectacular production to date. Starring Herbert Lom, Heather Sears and Edward deSouza, it was not wildly popular in its day but has found an audience of fans now who love this gorgeously mounted, and stylishly directed (by Hammer ace, Terence Fisher) gothic love story. Interview with the male lead, Edward deSouza. Also, behind the scenes coverage on the new Showtime hit, Penny Dreadful with many interviews. And - interviews with Burt Kwouk (as well as his three Hammer films, he was the Cato in the Pink Panther films) and Peter Sallis (beloved as 'Wallace' from Wallace and Gromit, he has had an amazing film career, too - including Hammer's The Curse of the Werewolf and Taste the Blood of Dracula). For 43 years now, Little Shoppe has presented the best in Hammer and British Horror/Fantasy coverage!"

"Hammer Films first became famous for Curse of Frankenstein in 1957 and would come back to the Frankenstein theme, with horror superstar, Peter Cushing in the lead role as the Baron, five more times. Two of the most intelligent and interesting versions were 1966's Frankenstein Created Woman and 1969's Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed. In depth coverage of the making of the films along with many key interviews, including Hammer super-star actress, Veronica Carlson. Much more."

"In 1979, director John Badham, along with the star of the popular stage play, Frank Langella, gave us a lush, romantic film version of the classic Bram Stoker novel - Dracula. It was beautifully shot on British locations with a cast including Sir Laurence Olivier, Kate Nelligan, and Donald Pleasence. LSoH gives you the complete inside story on its production, with exclusive interviews with John Badham, screenwriter W.D. Richter, producer Walter Mirisch, Trevor Eves (Jonathan Harker) and many many more. Including photos from Badham's own scrapbooks, and access to all of Richter's notes and drafts."

"Hammer Films - the 1960s at its varied and most interesting. The Lost Continent, Moon Zero Two, and Shadow of the Cat making of features. Interview with Wallace (of Wallace and Gromit), Peter Sallis. Many other interviews and articles including a history of the famous early horror movie 'zine, 'Castle of Frankenstein.'"

"Frankenstein: The True Story - People were talking everywhere, in 1974, after the two part showing on NBC, and the 'Creature' tearing the head off of 'Prima'! The complete behind the scenes story of this epic horror film. Over 20 exclusive interviews including David McCallum, Leonard Whiting, Jane Seymour, and Nicola Pagett."

Making Frankenstein and the Monster from Hell (1972), Hammer Films' last film for Peter Cushing's Baron. Making The Devil Rides Out (The Devil's Bride in the United States), Hammer Films 1967, with Denis Wheatley and Christopher Lee. Making Tales of the Unexpected (Roald Dahl) . Anton Diffring, career retrospective. As always, much more!

"In our 46th year. Hammer's 1967 Sci-Fi classic, Quatermass and the Pit. Thought provoking Never Take Sweets from a Stranger; interview with the luscious Hammer actress Marie Devereux (Brides of Dracula). Hammer Genesis: the story of Hammer Films' beginnings. History of 'Castle of Frankenstein' Magazine, part 2."

"When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth was Hammer Film's follow up to the super successful One Million Years B.C. Stop motion animator, Jim Danforth, would get an Academy Award nomination for his work on Dinosaurs. In depth 'making of' feature; interview with star Victoria Vetri. The story behind the unmade Zeppelin Vs. Pterodactyls. Interview with the gorgeous vampire woman, Pauline Peart, from The Satanic Rites of Dracula."

"Village of the Damned, in 1960, with the unearthly children and their glowing eyes, traumatized a generation of film goers. Now we present an in depth history of the making of this brilliant horror/sci-fi film, along with its sequel, Children of the Damned. Lots more interviews and articles!"

"The Blood Beast Terror, a cool little British Horror of 1967 with Peter Cushing, Wanda Ventham, and a giant moth woman! In depth study of the production history, along with an interview with director Vernon Sewell. Plus the behind the scenes story of the sequel to the hit Village of the Damned. In this case, 1964's Children of the Damned. Interview with Ingrid Brett (Boulting) of Hammer Film's The Devil's Own/The Witches and a history of the 1970's horror movie newspaper, The Monster Times."

"Producer Kenneth Hyman, silent partner, with his father, to Hammer Films (and soon to be head of production at Warner Brothers/7Arts) made three films for Hammer, including one of the best versions of Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles (with Peter Cushing) as well at The Strangers of Bombay and The Terror of the Tongs. A history of Hyman and the production of these three cool Hammer flicks. Also, interviews with Michael Medwin (veteran British and Hammer films actor) and actress Ingrid Brett."

"The Revenge of Frankenstein was Hammer Film's 1957 follow up to their worldwide hit, The Curse of Frankenstein. We take you behind the scenes with its production. Also, the making of The Creeping Flesh, an excellent 1972 horror thriller with Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing."

The Horror of Dracula is, perhaps, the greatest horror ever made by Hammer Film Productions, with Peter Cushing as Van Helsing and Christopher Lee as Count Dracula. It can lay claim to being the greatest Dracula movie ever made. All the behind the scenes information, rare photos, documentation and artwork. Interviews this issue include Jenny Runacre. Part 4 of the Hammer diaries of Christopher Wicking. Much much more.

1963's Hammer film, The Gorgon, reunited stars Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing and Barbara Shelley with ace Gothic director Terence Fisher. One of the most atmospheric horror films ever made, get the full behind-the-scenes story. Also the production history of Joan Fontaine's The Witches (The Devil's Own) Hammer 1966 along with an interview/article with Joan Fontaine. Plus, an interview with Dolly Read (Playboy Playmate and star of Hammer's Kiss of the Vampire).

Director Robert Wise's 1963 movie for MGM-The Haunting-is considered by many the best ghost story ever filmed. LSoH takes you behind the scenes on how this epic horror came about, from the people involved and with many behind the scenes images and stories. Also in this issue - Hammer Film's 1963 The Evil Of Frankensteino, a more traditional "monster on the loose" version of the ongoing Frankenstein saga. Interviews include Peter Cushing (the Baron), Sandor Eles, Katy Wild and Caron Gardner. And much more!