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Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #20 takes you on another exhilarating, nostalgic journey into the world of classic horror cinema. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned monster kid with a lifelong passion for vintage monster movies, or a recent convert to this wondrous genre, you\u2019ll find our combination of stunning imagery, absorbing journalism and world-beating production values are just what you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n

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As you\u2019ll have guessed from the gloriously atmospheric Daniel Horne painting that graces the front cover, our lead article this issue is an exploration of the Frankenstein Monster as portrayed by Bela Lugosi in 1943\u2019s Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man<\/em>. Lugosi\u2019s characterisation has received more criticism than is fair, and we look at the studio politics and hasty decisions which got in the way of what should have been a rich evolution of the character. You\u2019ll gain a fresh appreciation of Lugosi\u2019s performance – as well as a new excuse to rediscover this classic Universal monster mash-up.<\/p>\n

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But as fans of monster cinema and readers of Classic Monsters of the Movies know, stars come in all shapes and sizes. Our Creepy Crones article introduces you to the wizened witches and haggard heroines who have enriched the genre, from Maria Ouspenskaya\u2019s portrayal of wise Maleva to Ingrid Pitt\u2019s somewhat worse for fear Countess Dracula. It doesn\u2019t matter whether you prefer the Universal classics or the mouldering halls of Hammer Horror – in the horror world, there\u2019s an interfering old woman around every corner.<\/p>\n

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Did someone say Hammer Horror? No fan of the English house of horror should miss our biography of Thorley Walters, who provided unforgettable support in many beloved films. From weary theatre manager Lattimer in The Phantom of the Opera<\/em> (1962) to duplicitous madman Ludwig in Dracula Prince of Darkness<\/em> (1966), he brought subtle charisma to every role. You might also remember him from apocalyptic sci-fi drama The Earth Dies Screaming<\/em> in 1964, but there\u2019s so much more to his legacy, with a few surprises to discover.<\/p>\n

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We also head further back into horror history with a look at 1931\u2019s pre-Code shocker Murder by the Clock<\/em>. Positively dripping with threatening atmosphere and packed with strong performances from the likes of Irving Pichel, Lilyan Tashman and Martha Mattox, it\u2019s an intense and ugly experience that you won\u2019t forget in a hurry. We look at the making of the movie as well as the stories of its stars, with some beautiful stills that take you to the heart of the action. If being buried alive doesn\u2019t get you, something else will\u2026<\/p>\n

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The subject of our next feature might look elegant and stylish with its French Riviera setting, but don\u2019t be fooled – 1961\u2019s Taste of Fear<\/em> is the perfect example of how Hammer could turn their hand to a sinister mystery and keep us all guessing. David Huckvale\u2019s exploration of this much-loved movie examines the imagery, atmosphere and performances that weave together into an exquisite tale of deception and madness.<\/p>\n

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But don\u2019t worry if all that human drama feels a little oppressive, as Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #20 has the perfect antidote in the shape of 1956 alien-invasion cult hit It Conquered the World<\/em> in our Kitsch Corner section. Beverly Garland and Lee Van Cleef are about to face the scariest vegetable you\u2019ve ever seen, so buckle up for one heck of a ride. The Benefactor isn\u2019t all it seems!<\/p>\n

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There\u2019s much more to discover in Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #20 – whichever aspect of classic horror movie culture you love the most, you\u2019ll find something here to inspire you. Our commitment to quality means every issue is printed and finished to the highest standard, with meticulously restored images bursting from the page with clarity and depth as you enjoy our warm-hearted commentary. Classic Monsters of the Movies is the classic horror film magazine you\u2019ve been searching for.<\/p>\n

Issue 20 includes:<\/p>\n