Cassandra Peterson
Monsterama (2004)
Season 1
Exploring monster movies and aspects of creature-feature fandom, including authentic props, collectibles and visits with makeup artists and effects wizards. Also: a look at monster-themed TV shows. Hosted by Elvira Mistress of the Dark
Released Dec. 1, 2004
Episode 30 min
None+
Genres: Documentary, Horror
Keywords: imdb.monster, imdb.practical-special-effects, imdb.special-effect, imdb.special-effects, imdb.effects, imdb.creature-feature, imdb.props + 4 more, imdb.fandom, imdb.famous-artist, imdb.collectibles, imdb.make-up-artist
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S1E1 - Horror Hosts
TV horror-show host Vampira (Maila Nurmi) is interviewed.
Dec. 1, 2004, midnight
S1E2 - Munsters
A close-up of the cult TV series “The Munsters,” which aired 1964-66, and a showcase of memorabilia and authentic props from the show.
Dec. 1, 2004, midnight
S1E3 - Aurora Models
Spotlighting Aurora horror and fantasy model kits---monster figures that children in the 1960s could build and paint.
Dec. 2, 2004, midnight
S1E4 - Don Post Calendar Masks
A peek at Don Post's rubber monster masks. Included: comments by Don Post Jr., Verne Langdon and Bob Burns.
Dec. 2, 2004, midnight
S1E5 - KNB Effects
A visit to the KNB EFX special-effects company, which worked on “Army of Darkness” and “Spawn.” Included: interviews with FX-perts Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger.
Dec. 3, 2004, midnight
S1E6 - Stan Winston
A visit to the special-effects studio of four-time Oscar winner Stan Winston (“Alien,” “The Terminator”). Also: a look at a line of original action figures and comic books.
Dec. 3, 2004, midnight
S1E7 - Paul Blaisdell
A profile of special-effects whiz Paul Blaisdell (“The She Creature,” “It! The Terror from Beyond Space”). Included: comments from Blaisdell's assistant Bob Burns, who offers some rare behind-the-scenes home movies and monster-film memorabilia.
Dec. 5, 2004, midnight
S1E8 - Rick Baker
Interview with six-time Oscar winner Rick Baker, effects wizard of “Men in Black” and “An American Werewolf in London.
Dec. 5, 2004, midnight
S1E9 - Creature Collectibles
The spotlight is on Creature from the Black Lagoon collectibles, including model kits, board games and rubber masks.
Dec. 5, 2004, midnight
S1E10 - Godzilla Collectibles
A look at Japanese monster toys, with a focus on city-stomping behemoth Godzilla; a visit with collectors John Gilbert and Jean Carbajal.
Dec. 5, 2004, midnight
S1E11 - Wax Figures
The focus is on wax museums, featuring a tour of the Movieland Wax Museum's Chamber of Horrors. Also: an interview with artist-sculptor Henry Alvarez.
Dec. 9, 2004, midnight
S1E12 - Witch's Dungeon
Featured: a visit to a witch's dungeon exhibit in Connecticut, including re-creations of classic Hollywood monsters such as the Phantom of the Opera, Dr. Phibes, the Fly and the Werewolf of London.
Dec. 9, 2004, midnight
S1E13 - Ray Harryhausen
Pioneering effects artist Ray Harryhausen, master of stop-motion animation, gives insight into his craft.
Dec. 10, 2004, midnight
S1E14 - King Kong Collectibles
A look at collectors who go ape over “King Kong” memorabilia, including props and a miniature model. Elvira is the host.
Dec. 10, 2004, midnight
S1E15 - Basil Gogos
A visit with rocker Rob Zombie illuminates an exploration of the work of painter Basil Gogos, whose work depicts Hollywood's classic monsters.
Dec. 13, 2004, midnight
S1E16 - Planet of the Apes
The spotlight is on collectibles based on the “Planet of the Apes” films, including model kits, bubble-gum cards and action figures. Also: a look at Apemania, a troupe of performers wearing primate makeup. Interviewed: Apemania owner Brian Penikas.
Dec. 14, 2004, midnight
S1E17 - Sideshow Collectibles
A showcase of Sideshow Collectibles movie-monster toys includes an interview with company VP Matt Falls and painter Tom Gilliland.
Dec. 16, 2004, midnight
S1E19 - Forrest Ackerman
Writer and creature-feature collector Forrest J. Ackerman is profiled.
Dec. 17, 2004, midnight
S1E20 - Bob Burns
A profile of creature creator, collector and horror-flick historian Bob Burns includes a visit to his monster museum.
Dec. 17, 2004, midnight
S1E21 - Aliens and Predators
A close-up of props from the “Alien” film franchise includes detailed models and “chest burster” creatures. Also: a backstage look at the 2004 chiller “Alien vs. Predator.” Mike Richardson, publisher of Dark Horse Comics, and makeup artists Alex Gillis and Tom Woodruff Jr. share their perspectives.
Dec. 23, 2004, midnight
S1E23 - Ape-mania
S1E22 - Top 13 Werewolf Films
A look at popular werewolf movies.
March 11, 2006, midnight
S1E25 - Alien Collectibles
S1E24 - History of Don Post Studios
S1E18 - McFarlane Toys
A visit to the McFarlane Toys company and an interview with comic-book artist Todd McFarlane.
Nov. 16, 2006, midnight
Episode Runtime: 30 min.
Season Runtime: 30 min.
Released: Dec. 1, 2004
Last Air Date: Nov. 16, 2006, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
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