Master of Dark Shadows
Director David Gregory | 2019 | 87 minutes | Documentary | USA | English
Official Selection – FrightFest London 2019
Narrated by Ian McShane (Deadwood), MASTER OF DARK SHADOWS reveals the fascinating impact of the ground-breaking Gothic drama Dark Shadows with a compelling blend of rare footage and behind-the-scenes stories exploring the diverse talents of creator-producer-director Dan Curtis. Known as the “King of TV Horror,” the filmmaker created iconic genre favorites including Trilogy of Terror and Burnt Offerings before earning accolades for the epic mini-series The Winds of War and War & Remembrance.
“A must have for Dark Shadows fans.”
– Live For Films
“An absolute no-brainer for fans of the series.
– Blu-Ray.com
“A fascinating watch.”
– Alien Bee
“A comprehensive celebration.”
– On Video
“David Gregory’s quick skip down Memory Lane features all the nostalgia necessary to pull out plenty of fang-baring smiles.”
– Culture Crypt
“If you are a die-hard fan of the show, or just have always wondered what horror hounds have been crowin’ about for decades, Master of Dark Shadows will surely satisfy.”
– Horror Fuel
“Reveals the fascinating, far-reaching impact and appeal of Dark Shadows with a compelling blend of rare footage, historical images and behind-the-scenes stories while also exploring the dramatic talents of creator-producer-director Dan Curtis.”
– Comingsoon.net
“Using rare behind-the scenes footage from the production, this documentary charts the show’s beginnings with creator Dan Curtis and how it was brought to the television screen.”
– Cinemastance
“A fun film, which moves quickly and has new information some fans might not even know.”
– Den of Geek!
“I highly recommend it, if you are a fan of the original series, the revival series, or any of the films dealing with the material. If you are like me and are not familiar with the property at all, it is still a fantastic watch and should still be added to your collection!”
– Repulsive Reviews
“The whole affair is narrated wonderfully by Ian McShane, who gives the material the somber gravitas it deserves.”
– Upcoming Discs
“A jaunt into TV history is a great thing, especially if I learn things I never knew before.”
– KSiteTV
David Gregory (Lost Soul: The Doomed Journey of Richard Stanley’s The Island of Dr. Moreau – Director
Ian McShane (Deadwood)
Alan Ball (True Blood)
Whoopi Goldberg (Ghost)
Barbara Steele (Black Sunday)
Jonathan Frid (Dark Shadows)
David Selby (Dark Shadows)
Kathryn Leigh Scott (Dark Shadows)
Lara Parker (Dark Shadows)
Dan Curtis

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