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The importance of the 1970s for the horror genre cannot be disputed. Cultural and social change was all too prevalent, resulting in a sudden shift in expectations for the loyal horror fan. Some could argue that this decade gave birth to the slasher film, while a new style of unforgiving exploitation cinema was also emerging. This third book within the First Scream to the Last series will catalogue a wide selection of genre pieces from arguably its most influential era, allowing the reader to capture this polarizing decade throughout each year. Once again supported by insightful contributions and interviews from various artists, The Final Scream serves as a valuable resource for a very special moment in horror history.

The importance of the 1970s for the horror genre cannot be disputed. Cultural and social change was all too prevalent, resulting in a sudden shift in expectations for the loyal horror fan. Some could argue that this decade gave birth to the slasher film, while a new style of unforgiving exploitation cinema was also emerging. This third book within the First Scream to the Last series will catalogue a wide selection of genre pieces from arguably its most influential era, allowing the reader to capture this polarizing decade throughout each year. Once again supported by insightful contributions and interviews from various artists, The Final Scream serves as a valuable resource for a very special moment in horror history.

Vampire films have not only enthralled and terrified audiences for decades, they also represent one of the oldest subgenres within the world of horror.A subgenre that exhibits a rich tapestry of depth and history like no other, and a creature that has managed to evolve and survive for over one hundred years on film. The vampire represents a primal fear within all of us, a fear that both captivates and terrifies. Sometimes flawed, these cursed immortals were once just like us, and this is perhaps the true appeal after so much time. The shapeshifter can enter the perceived safety of our existence through skilled manipulation and deceit, while offering the victim something they will find hard to resist and eventually succumb to.They are arguably the most skilled and intelligent of all horror villains, and it is of no surprise that they have managed to hold our attention for decades.

Vampire films have not only enthralled and terrified audiences for decades, they also represent one of the oldest subgenres within the world of horror. A subgenre that exhibits a rich tapestry of depth and history like no other, and a creature that has managed to evolve and survive for over one hundred years on film. The vampire represents a primal fear within all of us, a fear that both captivates and terrifies. Sometimes flawed, these cursed immortals were once just like us, and this is perhaps the true appeal after so much time. The shapeshifter can enter the perceived safety of our existence through skilled manipulation and deceit, while offering the victim something they will find hard to resist and eventually succumb to. They are arguably the most skilled and intelligent of all horror villains, and it is of no surprise that they have managed to hold our attention for decades.

First Scream to the Last offers an intriguing insight into the horror movies of the Eighties. Extremely comprehensive without being bloated, this essential companion is supported with various interviews from filmmakers and writers of the time, amongst others. An often misunderstood and under appreciated genre, the ?80s was arguably its golden era. With the creation of iconic characters and visual images never seen before on film, it remains a special time for anyone involved and the avid horror enthusiast alike. From giallo to slasher, First Scream covers the highest (and not so high) moments of this genre, leaving no question unanswered. Objective, Unbiased, Independent, Informative. www.firstscreamtothelast.com

First Scream to the Last offers an intriguing insight into the horror movies of the Eighties. Extremely comprehensive without being bloated, this essential companion is supported with various interviews from filmmakers and writers of the time, amongst others. An often misunderstood and under appreciated genre, the '80s was arguably its golden era. With the creation of iconic characters and visual images never seen before on film, it remains a special time for anyone involved and the avid horror enthusiast alike. From giallo to slasher, First Scream covers the highest (and not so high) moments of this genre, leaving no question unanswered. Objective, Unbiased, Independent, Informative. www.firstscreamtothelast.com

To many, the 1990s is considered a relatively low profile era for the horror genre. Slasher films had become almost extinct, and CGI played a large part in turning away many gorehounds from their staple diet of blood and guts. Times were tough for the humble horror fan, endlessly searching for that next cult classic at the local video store. There are two sides to every story however, and this controversial decade also produced many genre pieces that are still revered to this day. Within this book the horror films of the 1990s are analyzed and documented fairly. Second Scream is a useful reference piece for the genre fan who wishes to rediscover those lost gems, from the decade that horror forgot.