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What should be avoided when writing for the Universal Monsters?
I think I've mentioned this in past posts, but with the 1931 Dracula and Frankenstein entering the public domain in 2027, I'm working on a spin-off novel (if people like it I might do more) that's intended to examine how the UM universe works in a way the films never really did (the two questions I set out to answer in this book were "what happened to Dracula's Brides?" And "How is Dracula related to his children?")
My concern, as of now, is that with me codifying rules about this universe, it's starting to lean more towards Dark Fantasy than Horror.
My question: Are there any things I need to avoid that you as a fan would consider disqualifying in a Universal Monsters novel?
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Universal Classic Monster Films Battle, Round 4, Match 1: Frankenstein vs. The Wolf Man
Round 3 results: Frankenstein beat Bride of Frankenstein 26-19. The Wolf Man slaughtered Son of Frankenstein 33-13.
On to Round 4! Vote for your favorite film!
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The Mummy by Chuck Mullins
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Perhaps the greatest card game of all time? Bela Lugosi and Santa circa 1940!
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Don't forget to stay caffeinated!
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Who else owns this copy?
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Count Dracula by Chuck Mullins
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Creature from the Black Lagoon by Jonatan Gonzalez
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Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) Poster
When William Alland was a member of Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre, he heard famed Mexican cinematographer Gabriel Figueroa tell of a legend about a humanoid creature that supposedly lived in South America. That legend became the origin of this film.
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Thought this might be appreciated here
Gill-man from Creature from the Black lagoon
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New ornaments
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good fright.
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Indeed!
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Glenn Strange as the Frankensteins Monster- Art by Basil Gogos.
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Which monster movie is this from in CineSational?
Thanks!
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Universal Classic Monster Films Battle, Round 3, Match 4: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein vs. Creature from the Black Lagoon
Round 2 results: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein annihilated Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 26-0. Creature from the Black Lagoon devoured The Creature Walks Among Us 26-1.
On to Round 3! Vote for your favorite film!
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Dracula (1931)
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Claude Rains "The Invisible Man" [1933]
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Karloff and sculptor Ivan Simpson in 1933.
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A behind-the-scenes image of Bela Lugosi on the set of Dracula (1931)
This picture captures the iconic actor relaxing between takes. This candid moment contrasts with Lugosi’s chilling portrayal of Count Dracula, emphasizing the actor's off-screen charisma and sophistication.
Lugosi’s role in Dracula solidified his status as a horror legend, and such behind-the-scenes glimpses provide a fascinating look at the man behind the cape, blending his real-life personality with the character's mystique.
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The Ghost of Frankenstein (1942)
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Universal Classic Monster Films Battle, Round 3, Match 3: Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man vs. House of Frankenstein
Round 2 results: Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man smashed both Son of Dracula and The Invisible Man's Revenge 26-2-4. House of Frankenstein pulverized House of Dracula 30-6.
On to Round 3! Vote for your favorite film!
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Frankenstein's Monster by drewandashleyart
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"House of Frankenstein" (1944) Poster A CHAMBER OF Horror!
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Ricou Browning Besides playing the Gill-man during the film's underwater scenes, he was the underwater sequences director for1965's James Bond film "Thunderball" . He was also the co-creator of the Flipper media franchise.
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Our Making Bride of Frankenstein!
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When you see the Thanksgiving meal is finally ready… Lon Chaney, Jr. in The Wolf Man, 1941
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