The Poe Cinema: A Critical Filmography of Theatrical Releases Based on the Works of Edgar Allan Poe

by Don G. Smith

Book Overview

Who can forget haunting tales like "The Oblong Box," "Murders in the Rue Morgue," "The Pit and the Pendulum," and "Torture Garden"? This is a critical filmography of the 81 features from 13 countries that have adapted the literary works of Edgar Allan Poe. Each entry includes the title of the work, year of release, studio, full cast and credits, running time and a detailed plot synopsis. Production and marketing notes first examine the degree to which...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 078641703X
• ISBN13: 9780786417032
• Release Date: May 2003
• Publisher: McFarland and Company, Inc.
• Length: 307 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.8" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher