Bela Lugosi Jr.

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The Haunted World of Edward D. Wood, Jr.
7.6
Often called the worst director in the history of cinema, Ed Wood is nevertheless a beloved figure among cult-film aficionados for his oddball productions. This documentary takes a look back at Wood's unique career at the margins of 1950s Hollywood, speaking to those who loved him and hated him. Bela Lugosi Jr. discusses his father's work in the abysmal "Plan 9 From Outer Space," while a Baptist reverend recalls how he was tricked into financing the film.
Documentary
Boris Karloff:  The Rest of the Story
10
Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story takes a deeper look at the life and career of Boris Karloff, from 1931 to 1969, exploring films such as The Ghoul, The Walking Dead (1936), Charlie Chan at the Opera (1936), the Mr Wong series, The Climax (1944), Lured (1947), The Strange Door (1951), Grip of the Strangler and Corridors of Blood(1958), The Comedy of Terrors (1963), The Curse of the Crimson Altar (1968), the Mexican quartet, some of his major TV appearances (The Girl From U.N.C.L.E., Wild Wild West, I-Spy) as well as taking a deep look at his often ignored Broadway career in the 1940s and 50's. There is also much time devoted to Karloff's more personal side and his relationship with his daughter, Sara.
Horror
Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula
8
Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula uncovers the life and career of legendary actor Bela Lugosi, examining his early life in Hungary and Germany through his Hollywood successes and eventual decline. The film features a vast array of never-before-seen footage of the actor, ranging from remains of his 1918 film Struggle for Life to behind-the-scenes home movies on the set of RKO Studios. Lugosi is peppered with dozens of rare films clips and photographs, with the story itself coming to life thanks to the vast array of on-camera interviewees.
Documentary
Le vampire déchu
6.3

Le vampire déchu

Oct 24, 2007
Grâce à la dimension érotique qu'il apporta au personnage de Dracula, Bela Lugosi devint l'un des sex-symbols des années 30, au même titre que Clark Gable. Pourquoi ce comédien doué ne put-il jamais se défaire du personnage qui lui avait valu tant de succès ni trouver d'autres rôles à la mesure de son talent ? Dans quelle mesure les origines de Bela Lugosi, né dans une petite ville de Transylvanie, ont pu influencer sa manière d'approcher la figure de Dracula ? Ses proches et ses amis, notamment son fils, Bela Lugosi junior, le réalisateur István Szabó, le comédien Boris Karloff et l'historien du cinéma Gary Rhodes, racontent les étapes d'un destin artistique malheureux.
Documentary
Lugosi: The Forgotten King
1
A one hour documentary on the life of one of Hollywood's neglected horror icons, hosted by fear fan extraordinare Forrest J Ackerman & interviews with Hollywood legends John Carradine, Ralph Bellamy, Carroll Borland and B-movie producer Alex Gordon.
Documentary
Three Stooges: Family Album
1
The Three Stooges Family Album goes behind the cameras to look at the lives of America's favorite comedy trio. The video chronicles the history of the Stooges, from their beginnings and on to Hollywood stardom. Includes film clips, home movies, vacation pictures and never-seen-before footage that show how hilarious The Three Stooges can be on and off the screen.