Joe Dante

The King of the B's, Edgar G. Ulmer was one of the first independent filmmakers, shooting movies in six days for a fraction of the cost of a studio feature. This documentary searches for an understanding of the mysterious and oft-forgotten man behind some of the most classic noir, horror, and sci-fi films in history. (Anthology Film Archives)

Axel Foley, while investigating a car theft ring, comes across something much bigger than that: the same men who shot his boss are running a counterfeit money ring out of a theme park in Los Angeles.

When flesh-eating piranhas are accidently released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.

Homage to the Master of the Terror, Italian director Mario Bava, hosted by Joe Dante.

This documentary delves into the art of make-up effects with industry legends Dick Smith, Rob Bottin, Tom Savini, John Landis, Frank Darabont, Joe Dante and many others with a strong focus on Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger of KNB Make-Up EFX. (imdb)

Vintage movie trailers accompanied by amusing and insightful commentaries by some of Hollywood's top filmmakers.

A nostalgic and compelling look into the legendary three camera, three projector process that revolutionized motion pictures and led the industry into the widescreen era. Through actual Cinerama clips, rare behind the scenes footage and new interviews, CINERAMA ADVENTURE takes the viewer back to a lost era of movie showmanship, placing this American cinema phenomenon into historical perspective. (imdb)

An exploration of the appeal of horror films, with interviews of many legendary directors in the genre. (imdb)

A documentary on the 70's and 80's exploitation flicks that came out of the Philippines, directed by Mark Hartley (NOT QUITE HOLLYWOOD). Features interviews with cult movie icons Roger Corman, Joe Dante, John Landis, Sid Haig, Eddie Romero and a large assembly of cast, crew and critics. (machetemaidensunleashed.com)

A documentary detailing the making of the infamous "Plan 9 From Outer Space," and interviews with cast members and prominent filmmakers about the film and its creator, Edward D. Wood Jr. (imdb)

This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment. (imdb)

A documentary looking at the various conventions and scare techniques of the horror genre. (imdb)

Paul Naschy, the life and legend of a horror icon. (imdb)

Independent film maverick. Trailblazing writer/director who takes chances with style and script. Inspirational humanist. Box-office success. Indie filmmaker from the 1970s or 1990s? No--Roger Corman! (mubi.com)

Film historians, and producer Richard Gordon, talk about the horror movie career of cult star Boris Karloff. (imdb)

A documentary about Foghorn Leghorn. (imdb)

A documentary about the 1951 sci-fi film "The Day the Earth Stood Still," featuring clips from the film and interviews with some of the cast and crew about the making of the film. (imdb)

Trailer compilation (mostly B-movies) coupled with passionate film commentary from some very hip directors and screenwriters. (366weirdmovies)

An overview of character actor Dick Miller's Hollywood career.

There's nothing we love more here on Dread than practical monster effects, which unfortunately have fallen by the wayside in favor of CGI. But it's the fans who are keeping that old school spirit alive, and there are perhaps none... (imdb)

A documentary exploring the birth, death, and resurrection of the illustrated movie poster. (imdb)

A documentary following film fans working to restore the set of the climatic graveyard scene from the iconic spaghetti western The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966).

In this video piece, director Joe Dante discusses To Be or Not to Be, the era it was made in, and its tone and message.

A feature length documentary on the acclaimed work and eclectic career of maverick filmmaker Larry Cohen (BLACK CAESAR, GOD TOLD ME TO, Q THE WINGED SERPENT, THE STUFF, PHONE BOOTH) (imdb)

An exploration of '80s horror movies through the perspective of the actors, directors, producers and SFX craftspeople who made them, and their impact on contemporary cinema.

A nostalgic journey through '80s sci-fi films, exploring their impact and relevance today, told by the artists who made them and by those who were inspired to turn their visions into reality.

The exploitation career of maverick producer Roger Corman, covering his heyday as a director touching upon subjects that major studios wouldn't allow that appealed mainly to youth audiences at their local drive-ins.