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The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> 1971 Ultimate Guide Signed Hardback is the collector\u2019s edition of this guide, in a strictly limited edition hardcover format – only 50 in the world<\/em> – and signed and numbered by the authors with a FREE exclusive The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> art print.<\/span><\/h2>\n

Revenge has never been sweeter or more creative than in the signed hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> from 1971. This luxurious full colour hardcover movie guide takes you into the wondrously dark world of Dr Anton Phibes and his quest for justice, as we explore one of Vincent Price\u2019s many cult classic movies in style. From the raft of smartly controlled performances, through to its exuberant design and ghoulish humour, there\u2019s no other movie out there like this – indeed, as you\u2019ll discover within the pages of the signed hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em>, a number of other horror films owe a debt of gratitude to this bold and unique production.<\/span><\/h2>\n

It might not have broken any box office records at the time of its release, but the quirky, knowing, lavish, macabre tale of Dr Anton Phibes has become a cult classic with legions of devotees thanks to its confident blend of horror and humour. Our signed hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> is a fitting tribute to a film that shows the power of imagination and proves beyond a doubt that laughter is the best medicine. It\u2019s a story that should be tragic and bitter, but in the hands of stars Vincent Price and Joseph Cotten, and director Robert Fuest, it becomes a rollercoaster romp of stylish sadism and irresistible cruelty in the name of love; our signed casebound Ultimate Guide is your perfect companion for another trip into Dr Phibes\u2019 vibrant nightmare world.<\/p>\n

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REMEMBER – THERE ARE ONLY 50 COPIES OF THIS TITLE IN THE WHOLE WORLD!<\/h1>\n

Printed to A4 size (210mm x 297mm), the signed hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> has your attention from the word go, with a fittingly gorgeous oversized cover leading you into a range of informative, professionally written articles. We look into the movie\u2019s development, its subject matter and the cherished place it holds in the hearts of many horror fans; combining factual detail with critical analysis, we open the door to a fresh appreciation of this evergreen motion picture. As fabulous as the film itself, this signed hardcover Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> magazine guide takes inspiration from the movie\u2019s luxurious Art Deco stylings whilst retaining a clean design that makes each page a joy.<\/p>\n

As you\u2019d expect from a Classic Monsters title, the hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> is about more than just raw facts on a page. This stunning casebound publication is packed with beautiful stills that capture Bernard Reeves\u2019 glorious art direction, and each one is carefully restored to look its best as you take another journey through Dr Phibes\u2019 creative cat-and-mouse killing spree. Part of this movie\u2019s enduring appeal is its quirky 1920s setting, so the hardback Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> Ultimate Guide bursts with imagery that allows you to relish one of the most distinctive horror movies of all time. Our use of full-colour print processes means that even black and white stills have a breathtaking depth and detail, worlds away from traditional monochrome print. It all adds up to a stylish, accessible reading experience that will enrich your enjoyment of the movie.<\/p>\n

Vincent Price\u2019s performance as the devoted, devastated, endlessly devious Anton Phibes is of course the heart of the movie, but our signed hardcover Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> magazine guide shows that this was certainly more than a one-man show, with a gifted cast and crew turning in sterling work in all areas. In addition to its abundance of facts and plethora of stills, the signed hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> also features a wealth of biography features to introduce key cast and crew, from stars like Price, Cotten, Hugh Griffith and Terry-Thomas to director Fuest, writers James Whiton and William Goldstein, and director of photography Norman Warwick. As you learn about their lives and careers, you\u2019ll realise the depth of prior experience in the horror genre that merged into a supremely fascinating team effort\u2026 you may also be surprised at what you discover about their work.<\/p>\n

At its heart, this is a movie about love, and the lengths we\u2019ll go to for those we care about the most. It\u2019s also quite a spectacle, with plenty of camp laughs to be had from Phibes\u2019 improbable modus operandi as he exacts revenge. Yet it\u2019s also about suffering, with a powerful emotional wrench underpinning Price\u2019s performance. As you explore the signed hardcover Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em>, you\u2019ll be invited to discover your own angle on a movie that\u2019s unlike anything else.<\/p>\n

Dr Vesalius and those other terrible surgeons have botched another operation, and all hell seems to be breaking loose in London, so let\u2019s take a seat near that mechanical orchestra and read the signed hardback Ultimate Guide to The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em>. At least that pretty young woman Vulnavia isn\u2019t going to distract us by talking; she certainly seems to keep herself to herself. And later on, we could go out to that masquerade party – do you have your outfit ready? This frog mask seems a little tight, but surely that won\u2019t be a problem\u2026<\/p>\n

Collectors please note: the art print included with this product is different from the one accompanying the signed softback.<\/em><\/p>\n

The first 250 softback copies of The Abominable Dr Phibes<\/em> 1971 Ultimate Guide are signed by the authors and come with a stunning FREE luxury art print – click here to view the signed limited edition softback!<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Prefer the unsigned version of this title without the art print? Click here for the regular edition.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n