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Scheduled for June 2025 publication and shipping.

Now with 84 pages, bringing you more monsters than ever!

Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #35 takes you on another journey into classic horror film culture, with a combination of movie profiles, biographical detail and insightful commentary that brings your favourite horrors back to life – and it’s all accompanied, of course, by our renowned industry-leading image restoration and reproduction. Both entertaining and informative, this is a classic horror magazine that deserves pride of place in your collection, with an award-winning approach that’s loved by readers the world over. Our team of journalists includes some of the genre’s leading names, each offering a unique and thought-provoking perspective on the horrors you know well, and some lesser-known ones too, so whatever area of classic monster cinema is your favourite, you’ll find we’ve got it covered. From the high-gloss cover, to the top-end production values and commitment to excellence throughout, Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #35 is another must-have for any Monster Kid.

This issue’s cover is one of the many hallmarks of quality that makes Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #35 an essential horror film magazine for any genre fan: a breathtaking, almost photorealistic portrait of Boris Karloff in 1963’s The Raven, by legendary horror artist Daniel Horne. It’s the perfect introduction to a look at the later years of Karloff’s career, and his status as a veteran of the golden age classics in a changing cinematic world. This is more than an analysis of The Raven itself, as our editor and founder Nige Burton explores the many facets of Karloff’s later work and the ways in which they shaped his enduring legacy. Packed with glorious stills, this absorbing feature covers movies which were sometimes kitsch, sometimes creepy, but are now regarded as quintessentially Karloff. It’s a chance to look back at the work of an icon and re-evaluate his place in the monster pantheon.

The mouldering castles and laboratories of Boris Karloff’s later work life can be a little stifling, so you might want to set out for the coast to get a little fresh sea air. Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #35 has you covered, as Jamie Jones heads out in search of adventure on the high seas with a look at some of the best classic ghost ship movies. Being stuck in the middle of the ocean with ghosts – or worse – has plenty of potential for a horror story, but pirate ghosts are only half the story, as this moody and entertaining article about the uncertainty of Dracula’s ill-fated ship the Vesta, through King Kong and Mystery of the Mary Celeste to more modern fare like The Fog, you’ll see how nautical elements have crept into a wealth of movies that aren’t necessarily based specifically around the theme.

Back on dry land, it’s time to head to a quiet little English village. Unfortunately for star Joan Fontaine – but wonderfully for us – this village is called Heddaby, and it’s home to The Witches, Hammer’s 1966 journey into dark magic and another of the many highlights in Classic Monsters of the Movies #35. Hollywood screenwriter, playwright and Hammer superfan John Logan dives deep into this brave, memorable, surprisingly layered motion picture to marvel at its many wicked charms in a feature filled with wit and insight alongside gorgeous stills. From Nigel Kneale’s slow-burning script through to the boldly female-centric power dynamics and all those startling touches that make it so definitively a Hammer film, this analysis of The Witches is all the reason you need to dig out those voodoo masks and that antler headdress, and get down to business with a good old-fashioned occult ritual.

We stay with Hammer Horror, but then move beyond it into new territory, with this issue’s biography feature, a look at the life of Ingrid Pitt. Her many performances in the horror genre have become the stuff of legend – from the ravenous seductress of The Vampire Lovers, through the quasi-historical drama of Countess Dracula and into folk horror with The Wicker Man, she brought a uniquely knowing brand of sex appeal to every role. Yet behind her image as a a glamourpuss, she knew about the tougher side of life, with wartime experiences in a concentration camp shaping her approach to the world. In this reflective feature, Alex Hopkins leads you through the events of her life, offering chance for a fresh appraisal of one of Hammer’s all-time icons.

We welcome a new team member this issue, as acclaimed writer, impressionist and actor Steve Nallon joins Classic Monsters with the first instalment in an extended and richly detailed exploration of the concept of the cinematic haunted house. This fabulously intricate, utterly entertaining feature looks in tremendous detail at the very concept of the haunted house film, deconstructing the characteristics of the genre. In this first instalment Steve explores the roots of this type of film, with productions like The Uninvited doing the groundwork for the likes of The Amityville Horror and The Changeling. Future issues will cover the essence of haunted house narrative, the character archetypes who frequently make up the cast, and the cinematic techniques that create the atmosphere. It’s another reason why Classic Monsters of the Movies #35 is an absolute essential for your monster movie magazine collection, and – of course – features a huge number of stills to conjure that familiar, yet always unnerving haunted house atmosphere.

Staying with the theme of haunted houses, Classic Monsters of the Movies #35 looks at one particular such residence in detail – it’s The House That Dripped Blood, an Amicus portmanteau treasure with hidden depths. Horror scholar David Huckvale locks the doors and leaves all the lights on in a fun yet keenly observant journey through a movie which, for many, represents the very best of Amicus. Stars like Peter Cushing, Ingrid Pitt, Jon Pertwee, Denholm Elliott and Christopher Lee brought a whole neighbourhood’s worth of star quality to a set of stories ranging from deliciously deranged vampirism to home-invasion chills. You’ll see how The House That Dripped Blood includes many of the traits familiar from earlier Amicus portmanteau productions, but also has plenty of ideas of its own. The result is a wickedly enjoyable investigation of a movie that always merits another viewing, and another facet to this most compelling horror film magazine.

If being at home in all those haunted houses has got you down, why not get away from it all with a stay at the Bates Motel? This 2010s TV series was so much more than a simple prequel to Psycho, and if you were in any doubt about whether it’s for you, let Classic Monsters of the Movies #35 show you the myriad reasons why a trip to this particular establishment is just what Mother ordered. Balancing psychological horror and modern Gothic chills with moments of sly, endearing humour and some heartbreaking tragedies, it boasts a raft of spectacular performances anchored by the astonishing chemistry between Freddie Highmore and Vera Farmiga as the young Norman and his long-suffering mother Norma. Bates Motel takes what seems like a familiar setting and turns it into something absolutely irresistible – and they’ve even had new shower curtains fitted.

There are so many reasons why Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #35 is a must-have for your collection. Each and every one of the 84 pages is printed using full colour processes; worlds away from cheaper fanzine-style printing, which leaves images dull and lifeless, this process means that even black and white images have an enviable richness and depth. Coupled with the fine silk paper stock and sumptuous gloss laminated cover, it’s finished to A4 size (210mm x 297mm) with a crisp, aesthetically-pleasing design; it all adds up to the premium quality horror magazine you’ve always longed for.

Inside Classic Monsters of the Movies #35 you’ll find:

• Latter-day Karloff – his golden age might have been behind him, but his collaborations with the likes of Roger Corman, Mario Bava and Michael Reeves gave the star some legendary work.
• Ghost ships – spooky secrets, inescapable danger and crazy crewmates are just the beginning – and as you’ll find, you don’t even need to leave port to feel the ocean’s eerie influence.
• The Witches – no pointy hats required here, as these particular evil acolytes have their own distinctive methods. Rediscover a stately and macabre entry in Hammer’s hall of fame.
• Ingrid Pitt – behind her beauty and charisma, a fierce wit and zest for life made this Hammer Glamour star far more than a pretty face.
• The haunted house movie – explore the roots of one of the most familiar genres of all, with a deep and detailed examination of why cinematic haunted houses never lose their power.
• The House That Dripped Blood – from the fun to the fearful, this eerie anthology chiller packs so many different types of horror – and so many stars – into its storied walls.
• Bates Motel – this smart reimagining of Norman Bates’ back story had horror and intrigue in spades, not to mention surprising tragedy and some wry laughs.

Your favourite monsters are here, as well as some you might not know so well: Classic Monsters of the Movies #35 is a horror film magazine for every kind of monster movie fan. Whether your penchant is for ghouls and zombies, sleek vampires, or something altogether more modern, our combination of beautiful imagery, engaging journalism and world-class presentation means you’ll be right at home here.

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Magazine specification:

• 84 pages
• Full colour throughout
• A4 PUR square bound format
• Luxury gloss laminated cover
• Packed with stills, posters, articles and info
• Printed and finished to the highest standard