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Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown

  • 2008
  • TV-PG
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
2.2K
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H.P. Lovecraft in Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown (2008)
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A chronicle of the life, work and mind that created the Cthulhu mythos.A chronicle of the life, work and mind that created the Cthulhu mythos.A chronicle of the life, work and mind that created the Cthulhu mythos.

  • Director
    • Frank H. Woodward
  • Writer
    • Frank H. Woodward
  • Stars
    • Robin Atkin Downes
    • Neil Gaiman
    • Peter Straub
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    2.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Frank H. Woodward
    • Writer
      • Frank H. Woodward
    • Stars
      • Robin Atkin Downes
      • Neil Gaiman
      • Peter Straub
    • 22User reviews
    • 12Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination total

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    Robin Atkin Downes
    Robin Atkin Downes
    • Self - Narrator
    • (voice)
    Neil Gaiman
    Neil Gaiman
    • Self - Author
    Peter Straub
    • Self - Author
    Guillermo del Toro
    Guillermo del Toro
    • Self - Film Director
    Ramsey Campbell
    • Self - Author
    Stuart Gordon
    Stuart Gordon
    • Self - Film Director
    Caitlin R. Kiernan
    • Self - Author
    S.T. Joshi
    S.T. Joshi
    • Self - Author & H. P. Lovecraft's Biographer
    John Carpenter
    John Carpenter
    • Self - Film Director
    Robert M. Price
    • Self - Author and Editor
    Andrew Migliore
    Andrew Migliore
    • Self - Author & Festival Director
    Hunter Paterra
    • Young Lovecraft
    Amber Griffin
    • Susie Lovecraft
    Mark Henry
    • Cthulhu shadow
    Isaac Bradley
    • Cultist Mouth
    • (voice)
    Summer Lam
    • Cultist Mouth
    Pamela Altieri-Paterra
    • Cultist Mouth
    • (as Pam Altieri Paterra)
    Sonia Greene
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    • Director
      • Frank H. Woodward
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      • Frank H. Woodward
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    6StrictlyConfidential

    A Look At H.P. Lovecraft's Overall Influence On Modern-Day Horror

    (*H.P. Lovecraft quote*) - "The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear."

    Howard Phillips Lovecraft (1890-1937) is widely considered to be the forefather of modern-day horror-fiction.

    Through interviews and stills - This "Fear of the Unknown" bio-documentary not only looks at the life and times of Lovecraft - But, it also discusses (in fair detail) the overall influence and impact that his "tales-of-the-weird" have had on horror fiction and fright films of today.

    I think it's interesting to note that during his lifetime (as a writer) Lovecraft was not recognized for his work, at all, and he inevitably died in literal poverty.
    7NickKnack68

    Nice primer

    Not sure seasoned fans will gain much here, but newcomers will surely get a good grasp on what drove Lovecraft to write. Was nice listening to modern authors and filmmakers give their views on him and some of the shared illustrations are the doc's highlights.
    8Analog_Devotee

    A wonderful introduction to one of horror's biggest icons.

    Fantastic documentary for anyone looking to learn a little more about Lovecraft. Steller choices of interviewees from filmmakers such as John Carpenter and Stuart Gordon to horror literary icons such as Ramsey Campbell and Peter Straub, and of course the ultimate Lovecraft scholar S. T. Joshi.

    Highly recommended.
    6krachtm

    Only interesting for the interviews

    Unfortunately, if you've ever read anything about Lovecraft's life, this documentary will probably end up leaving you wanting something a bit more in depth. For one thing, the Wikipedia entry on Lovecraft is actually quite good. It covers everything that this documentary covers, and you get the benefit of seeing citations. The interviews aren't really all that great, but you do get to hear some interesting people talk about a subject that interests them. If you're watching this documentary, then you probably share that same interest.

    Unlike some other reviewers, I'm not sure that this is a good introduction to Lovecraft. The documentary assumes that you have at least passing familiarity with each story, though it usually does give a very brief synopsis. I would have preferred that they had either gone much more in depth, with actual literary criticism (they had S.T. Joshi there, after all) or done more of a beginner's introduction.

    In the end, I can't really recommend this for either beginners or fanatics. It occupies an awkward middle ground: those who have read the stories but don't really know much about Lovecraft. Thus, I recommend it mostly for the interviews. One of the interviewees is a complete ass, going on some rant about "islamofascism" in the middle of the documentary. I can't believe they left that in, yet they barely got any comments at all from John Carpenter. And this is right after going on about the Lovecraft's xenophobia and racism. Amazing.
    7jellopuke

    Workmanlike doc

    Well made look at the icon with the standard construction of talking heads. For what it is, it's fine and the people talking are good fits. Nothing superlative, but nothing bad either. Probably more for fans as I'm not sure this would convert anyone.

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      • July 24, 2008 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
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      • 1h 30m(90 min)
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