Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th (Enhanced Edition)

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Would you like to tell us about a lower price? Now, for the first time and in their own words, over alumni of the series recall three decades of behind-the-scenes stories, struggles, controversies and calamities. This Enhanced Electronic Edition has been fully revised and expanded upon the original hardcover print edition with new interviews, and is fully illustrated with over images including photos, rare archival documents and production materials. The Complete History of Friday the 13th is the ultimate oral and visual memoir of the most successful horror franchise in the history of motion pictures.

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If you want to read a little bit about the "inside" of "show business," especially motion pictures, buy this book. Believe it or not, it has some real insights into the business of "show business. It also has a lot of interesting information on the "Friday the 13th" motion picture franchise and the people involved. Like the quote from the motion picture "Roger Rabbit," "What do you know about show business?

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After being mortally wounded and taken to the morgue, murderer Jason Voorhees spontaneously revives and embarks on a killing spree as he makes his way back to his home at Camp Crystal Lake. The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II is a feature length documentary uncovering the history and the making of Clive Barker's Hellraiser and Hellbound: Inspired by the critically-acclaimed book, Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th takes viewers behind the mask on an epic journey into the making of the landmark horror franchise-from its humble beginnings in at a New Jersey summer camp to the blockbuster release of its "reboot.

Written by Dominic Necros. I am a huge fan of the 'Friday the 13th' franchise. Watching this documentary was just so enlightening! See how everything started, one of the biggest horror films ever made,is amazing, and while watching the documentary I felt like part of that. Seeing all my favorite characters, the stunts, and even how the hockey mask became a thing was fantastic.

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From all the actors who portrayed Jason Voorhees , my favorite is Steve Dash. This guy was such a professional. I don't usually write reviews, but this doc was amazing! Start your free trial. Find showtimes, watch trailers, browse photos, track your Watchlist and rate your favorite movies and TV shows on your phone or tablet!

Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. I think it's a particularly fine piece of film journalism but if you don't like horror movies and especially if you don't like Friday the 13th movies then there's no reason for you to read it. Jan 16, Jed rated it it was amazing. Obviously for fans of the movie series only. But if you are, you will not find a more comprehensive, more informative, and more fun read about everyone's favorite undead, hockey-mask-wearing, naked-teenager-killing, Crystal Lake resident.

The twisted history of the series, where the numerous writers and directors intended on taking it and where it ended up are illuminated with interviews from nearly every cast member, writer, director and studio executive involved in the life cycle of the series Obviously for fans of the movie series only.

Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th

The twisted history of the series, where the numerous writers and directors intended on taking it and where it ended up are illuminated with interviews from nearly every cast member, writer, director and studio executive involved in the life cycle of the series. If you love the movies like I do, there's no excuse not to read it. Oct 04, Melanie rated it it was amazing Shelves: This, I must own. It answers just about everything you'd want to know about the series. It's a huge hardback overflowing with vivid images and of course too, too much TMI.

I loved it so much I felt acute withdrawal when I had to return it. May 12, Aldin rated it it was amazing Shelves: Dec 10, Jason Dikes rated it it was amazing. If you like these movies, read this book. Don't ask to borrow my copy.

May 13, Amy cupcake persad marked it as to-read. View all 5 comments. May 06, Johnathon rated it it was amazing. Superb oral history of the Friday the 13th franchise covering up to "Freddy vs.

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Jason", featuring everyone from the actors to make-up artists. Peter Bracke covers all his bases, with more than a few interviewees not having fond memories of the series, from an infamous lake scene in Part IV wear an actress nearly froze to death to production mess of "Jason X". However, it's paired with lots of fun moments as well Kevin Bacon still has fond memories in one of his first acting roles and paired wi Superb oral history of the Friday the 13th franchise covering up to "Freddy vs.

Jul 10, Mike White rated it really liked it. A great look back at the series. It's a bit dated, and really only for hardcore fans, but it's a perfect look back for the initiated. Oct 17, Nigel Carroll rated it it was amazing. Nov 19, Andrewc Ehs rated it it was amazing.

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Friday The 13th is one of my favorite horror franchises. The hockey masked character of Jason Voorhees is instantly recognizable by everyone who lay their eyes upon him, even people who haven't seen the movies. May 17, Court Hansen rated it it was amazing. This was a great book, and I think it should appeal to fans of the series as well as those interested in the world of commercial filmmaking. I learned so much about the way movies are made, and despite its length, I think it should be required reading for anyone interested in making movies. Sep 06, Jeremiah Tilley rated it it was amazing.

My current coffee table book. It was a great read and every fan should check it out. Can't wait to get the 7 hour documentary blu-ray of the entire series history also called Crystal Lake Memories. Jun 25, Joshua Wiles rated it it was amazing. Answers every question you could ever want to know about the franchise. And plenty of surprises you wouldn't expect to find.

For example, which sequel might've been more appropriately titled Friday the GAYteenth? Feb 25, Pearce rated it it was amazing. Ridiculously comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the long-running slasher movie series. It's based around interviews and the participants don't mince their words. It's everything a Jason fan could want.

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May 26, Brian Sammons rated it it was amazing. I love the Friday the 13th movies and this is THE book to have about them. Consider it a must have for fans of Jason. My full review of this can be found here: A wealth of information about one of my favorite horror franchises. A must read for fans of Friday the 13th.

I read the ebook version and it has even more interviews than the book. Dec 29, Amy Lyn rated it really liked it. Alot of interesting behind the scenes info. Well worth a read if you're a fan. Jan 08, Blackcatmoon66 rated it it was amazing. This book is definitely a collector's item.

I remember how excited I was when I got it. Well worth the money for any hardcore fan of the films. Jun 30, Michael rated it it was amazing. Pretty amazing how many people they got to participate in this. Jun 26, Patrick Lemieux rated it it was amazing.

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