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H.P. Lovecraft® (b August 20, 1890, d. March 15, 1937) is considered to be one of the greatest writers of horror fiction since Edgar Allan Poe. His influence on modern horror has been enormous both in print and in film, and stems from his fusing the best traditions of gothic horror on both sides of the Atlantic, and blending in elements of science fiction thus popularizing the notion of "cosmic horror."
Adapting Lovecraft to the big screen has never been an easy task given the structure of his stories and the emphasis on atmosphere over action. Screenwriter Kelly Young of Maelstrom Productions had this to say about adapting the works of H.P. Lovecraft to the screen, "I feel that The Thing on the Doorstep is absolutely the most film-friendly of Lovecraft's works in that it fits into a three-act structure and has a strong female presence."
The Thing on the Doorstep is a unique story about an unfortunate marriage between a precocious scholar (Edward Derby) and a young heiress (Asenath Waite) who has mysterious hypnotic powers. Edward soon after their marriage exhibits severe mood swings and radical personality changes. What is the source of Asenanth's sway over Edward? What is the influence that her deceased sorcerer father (Ephraim Waite) has over her? The only thing standing between Asenath and her unspeakable plans to sow death and madness is Edward's graduate advisor, professor Dan Upton. But is Dan too late to stop what has been set into motion?
The DVD also contains the short films Maria's Hubris by Patrick Weber and the animated short film From Beyond by Michael Granberry, an interview with director John Carpenter regarding Lovecraft, and openers from the H.P. Lovecraft® Film Festival.
| Catalog Number: MC-873 |
Type: Feature |
Genre: Horror / Bizarre |
| Copyright: 2004 |
Length: 120 minutes |
Format:
DVD Region: 0 (All) |
| TV System: NTSC |
ISBN: |
UPC: 0892586002055 |
| Label: Lurker Films, Inc. |
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Films In Compilation
Strange Aeons - The Thing on the Doorstep directed by
Eric
Morgret
USA,
Science Fiction,
2008,
Color,
Magnetic Stereo,
02:00:00
"Lovecraft is one of the most important writers in the history of horror fiction. He, like Edgar Allan Poe, understood the concept of the unconscious mind, which I consider to be the key to writing ...
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2008-11-07 Arkham Bazaar
By Michael Cunningham
"The Thing on the Doorstep" has long been my favorite work of Lovecraft. When I read in Rue Morgue that it was next on the list of DVD releases from Lurker Films, I was more than elated, placing my advance order a month before it was released.
I received the DVD a few days ago, and I have to say: although the filmmakers took some liberties with the story . . . IT WORKS! DAMN, does it work! The relationship between Edward Derby and Asenath Waite (and Daniel Upton) is touched upon so brilliantly, I honestly don't think a better job could have been done.
I'm more than pleased with the DVD - the shorts are great, and (again), Lurker Films has put out an essential part of any Lovecraft devotee's collection.
Great job, and I'm looking forward to many more years of quality material from Lurker!
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