The Poe cinema
Subtitle: a critical filmography of theatrical releases based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe
By: by Don G. Smith.
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 307
Subjects: Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849 -- Film and video adaptations.; Horror tales, American -- Film and video adaptations.; Film adaptations -- History and criticism.; Horror films -- Plots, themes, etc.
Description: Since 1908, no fewer than 80 films from 13 countries have been based on or inspired by Poe's writings. This critical filmography examines them all, providing cast, credits and technical data; a plot synopsis; background information about the film's quality and its filmmakers; appraisals of each film's quality and its faithfulness as an adaptation; and summaries of previous criticism.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 293-300) and index.