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Why do we LOVE the things that should terrify us? The answer's weirdly wholesome.

MonsterKids: The Impact of Things That Go Bump In The Night (2017)

Nostalgic joy-bombFangirl energyFrankenstein group therapy

Overview

Documentary

A documentary that explores the positive fascination with Classic Monsters.

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Standout Aspects

Acting

Julie Adams reflecting on her Creature crush with genuine warmth.

Production

Rick Baker's makeup stories are basically horror history TED Talks.

Best for:Solo: Cozy night when you need a hug from the Creature from the Black Lagoon.·Friends: With your horror-nerd crew who argue about Karloff vs. Lugosi.
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Director

James-Michael Roddy

ReleasedSep 1, 2017
Runtime51m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitylow
Tonelight
Feelmedium

Top Cast

Julie Adams

Julie Adams

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Erik Preston

Erik Preston

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Rick Baker

Rick Baker

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

James-Michael Roddy made this as a love letter after decades of fanzine culture—it's basically home movies with famous people.

Cultural

This quietly argues that monster fandom built the modern internet community model before the internet existed.

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