Weekend Horror Trivia

2011/08/14 23:31:26 +00:00 | Jonathan James

Reader and contributor Gemma St. Clair returns this weekend with a new list of horror trivia:

1. The Phantom of the Opera: There are multiple versions of this film, including the original silent 1925 release (107 minutes long) and the 1929 re-release  (98 minutes long). There was a third version with talking scenes, but it is now considered lost.

2. Cat's Eye: Stephen King wrote the part for Drew Barrymore in Cat's Eye because he was so impressed with her in Firestarter.

3. Freaks: This film was banned in the UK for nearly 30 years after its release.

4. Willard (2003): A picture of Willard's Father in the film is actually Bruce Davidson who played Willard in the 1971 original.

5. House of the Dead: The SEGA logo can be seen in the background of the rave.

6. Alone in the Dark (1982): The house that was used for Dr. Potter's home actually belonged to a psychiatrist.

7. The Prowler: Apart from the final unmasking shot, the Prowler was played by assistant director Peter Giuliano.

8. Frogs: The 1890's mansion used during the film is located in Florida's Eden State Park.

9. Vampire Circus: David de Keyser's voice is dubbed over Robert Tayman who played Count Mitterhaus.

10. I Walked With A Zombie: Edith Barrett was only 3 years older than James Ellison who played her younger son and 2 years younger than Tom Conway who played her older son.

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    After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.

    Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.

  • Jonathan James
    About the Author : Jonathan James

    After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.

    Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.

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