Famous Monsters of Filmland #234 (February/March 2001)

Famous Monsters of Filmland #234 (February/March 2001) Cover Artist Arlis Publisher Central Media Staff Ray Ferry, Gene Reynolds, Janet Malley, Eric L. Hoffman, David Del Valle, Frank Bresee, Fred Westbrook, Scott Fresina Description Step back into the world of classic horror with Famous Monsters of Filmland #234, published in February/March 2001 by Central Media. This issue features a striking new illustration of Bela Lugosi as Count Dracula by artist Arlis, inspired by Lugosi's memorable appearance in Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. you'll find a fascinating blend of monster history, interviews, and modern horror culture. Highlights include a look at director E. Elias Merhige's Shadow of the Vampire, actress Michele Lintel discussing Black Scorpion, a tribute to legendary filmmaker Curt Siodmak, a feature-length interview with entertainer Steve Allen, a pictorial celebration of Bela Lugosi, and an in-depth interview with legendary producer Roger Corman. As always, Famous Monsters of Filmland delivers a mix of nostalgia, humor, and appreciation for the strange and fantastic. Contents 6 – Fang Mail Reader's special die-liveries from the U.S. Ghost Office sent to us direct by pony hex-press! 9 – Shadow of the Vampire! A dead-icated director…a searing search for realism…an authentic vampire…FM looks at the curious history of this newest foray into the cinematic folklore of the undead. 16 – Black Scorpion! TV's newest sci-fi heroine carries on the grand tradition of over-the-top comic book action. Michele Lintel talks about her new series. 20 – Remembering Curt Siodmak FM remembers the little giant of horror who gave us some of the world's most famous monsters! 26 – Steve Allen: Why We Like Monsters! FM's editor brings you the very last feature-length interview conducted with a true Renaissance man—the legendary Steve Allen talks about monsters, mirth, and why we laugh at terror. 38 – The "Cruel" Ghoul Karloff sailed to Britain to make his only film in 1933—an eerie tale of death and resurrection! 40 – Bela Lugosi Lives Eternal! A photo-scrapbook of memorable moments with the King of the undead! 48 – Headlines from Horrorsville News and reviews from the weird world of monsters. 54 – Roger Corman: Brilliance on a Budget! The grand master of B-movies speaks out about his career, his art, and his new TV series in his first-ever feature interview in the pages of Famous Monsters of Filmland. (It's about time!) Featured Names Bela Lugosi, Boris Karloff, Roger Corman, Steve Allen, Curt Siodmak, Michele Lintel, Ray Ferry, Gene Reynolds, Janet Malley, Eric L. Hoffman, David Del Valle, Frank Bresee, Fred Westbrook, Scott Fresina, Arlis Thanks for watching! If you enjoy exploring the history of classic monster magazines and the legends who filled their pages, please like, subscribe, and share with a fellow Monster Kid. Your support helps preserve these wonderful memories for future generations. If you'd like to help support the channel, you can do so at: https://buymeacoffee.com/davegrigsby Until next time, keep the lights low, keep the projector running, and always remember… Monster memories never die. Grigsby Digital Home Studio 🦇