David J. Skal

David J. Skal

David John Skal was an American cultural historian, critic, writer, and on-camera commentator known for his research and analysis of horror films and horror literature.

  • Title: David J. Skal
  • Popularity: 4.173
  • Known For: Directing
  • Birthday: 1952-06-21
  • Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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David J. Skal Movies

  • 2006
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    Vampira: The Movie

    Vampira: The Movie

    7.5 2006 HD

    Vampira The Movie chronicles the story of Malia "Vampira" Nurmi living on the very edge of show business and her rise to celluloid cultdom 50 years...

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  • 2002
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    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    7.9 2002 HD

    The history of Frankenstein's journey from novel to stage to screen to icon.

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  • 1996
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    Vampires: Thirst for the Truth

    Vampires: Thirst for the Truth

    10 1996 HD

    A documentary that explores man's enduring fascination with the vampire legend by examining historical accounts, literary works, and as they are...

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  • 2010
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    The Real Vampire Files

    The Real Vampire Files

    1 2010 HD

    From myths to monsters to Twilight. Where did 'Vampire' come from? Where is it today? And where is it going next?

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  • 2000
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    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    6.15 2000 HD

    A documentary from Universal about the movie "The Invisible Man" (1933) directed by James Whale.

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  • 1999
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    The Road to 'Dracula'

    The Road to 'Dracula'

    7.5 1999 HD

    A documentary from Universal about the movie "Dracula" (1931) starring Bela Lugosi.

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  • 2000
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    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    7.3 2000 HD

    A documentary from Universal about the movie Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein.

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  • 2000
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    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    7.3 2000 HD

    Documentary about the making of and legacy of The Creature from the Black Lagoon included in The Legacy Collection box set.

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  • 2012
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    The Birds: Hitchcock's Monster Movie

    The Birds: Hitchcock's Monster Movie

    1 2012 HD

    This documentary short explores the origins of the monster movie and how Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds" (1963) fits in the genre.

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  • 2006
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    Hitchcocked!

    Hitchcocked!

    1 2006 HD

    A tribute to the work of Alfred Hitchcock, featuring contemporary filmmakers, writers, performers, and cultural critics.

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  • 2022
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    Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story

    Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story

    10 2022 HD

    Boris Karloff: The Rest of the Story takes a deeper look at the life and career of Boris Karloff, from 1931 to 1969, exploring films such as The...

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  • 2004
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    Hollywood's Creepiest Creatures

    Hollywood's Creepiest Creatures

    10 2004 HD

    Elvira hosts this humorous look at movie monsters and facts about the real animals on which they're based. Included: clips from films; and interviews...

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  • 2004
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    Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield

    Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield

    5.9 2004 HD

    Documentary about the real life inspiration behind "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre," serial killer Ed Gein.

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  • 1976
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    All Over

    All Over

    1 1976 HD

    As a famous man lies dying, his family—including both his wife and his mistress—gathers inside, while members of the media converge...

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  • 2004
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    Tod Browning's 'Freaks': The Sideshow Cinema

    Tod Browning's 'Freaks': The Sideshow Cinema

    7.3 2004 HD

    Documentary recounting the making of Tod Browning's Freaks. Featuring interviews with experts and actual sideshow performers, this film gives a...

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  • 2005
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    The Perfect Scary Movie

    The Perfect Scary Movie

    7.5 2005 HD

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

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  • 2006
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    Night Terrors: The Origins of Wes Craven's Nightmares

    Night Terrors: The Origins of Wes Craven's Nightmares

    5.5 2006 HD

    A look at the importance of dreams in relation to Wes Craven's successful A Nightmare on Elm Street horror franchise.

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  • 2021
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    Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster

    Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster

    8 2021 HD

    Beginning just before his debut as Frankenstein’s creation, this documentary compellingly explores the life and legacy of a cinema legend,...

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  • 2024
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    Mysteries Mean Dark Corners

    Mysteries Mean Dark Corners

    1 2024 HD

    Video essay about the 1927 film 'The Cat and the Canary'.

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  • 2002
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    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    7.9 2002 HD

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  • 2002
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    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    7.9 2002 HD

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  • 2002
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    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    7.9 2002 HD

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  • 2002
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    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

    7.9 2002 HD

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  • 1999
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    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    7.5 1999 HD

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  • 1999
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    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    7.5 1999 HD

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  • 1999
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    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    7.5 1999 HD

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  • 1999
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    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    She's Alive! Creating 'The Bride of Frankenstein'

    7.5 1999 HD

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  • 2000
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    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    7.3 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    7.3 2000 HD

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  • 1999
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    Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man'

    Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man'

    6.9 1999 HD

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  • 2000
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    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    6.15 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed

    Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed

    7 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed

    Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed

    7 2000 HD

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  • 1999
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    Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man'

    Monster by Moonlight! The Immortal Saga of 'The Wolf Man'

    6.9 1999 HD

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  • 2000
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    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters!

    7.3 2000 HD

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  • 1999
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    The Road to 'Dracula'

    The Road to 'Dracula'

    7.5 1999 HD

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  • 2000
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    The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Unmasked

    The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Unmasked

    8 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    7.3 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    7.3 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle

    7.3 2000 HD

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  • 2003
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    Carla Laemmle Remembers: An Interview with David J. Skal

    Carla Laemmle Remembers: An Interview with David J. Skal

    10 2003 HD

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  • 1999
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    The Road to 'Dracula'

    The Road to 'Dracula'

    7.5 1999 HD

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  • 2001
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    Heroes of Horror

    Heroes of Horror

    9 2001 HD

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  • 1995
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    Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces

    Lon Chaney: Son of a Thousand Faces

    9 1995 HD

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  • 2000
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    The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Unmasked

    The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Unmasked

    8 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed

    Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed

    7 2000 HD

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  • 2002
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    The Universe According to Universal

    The Universe According to Universal

    5 2002 HD

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  • 2002
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    The Universe According to Universal

    The Universe According to Universal

    5 2002 HD

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  • 2002
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    The Universe According to Universal

    The Universe According to Universal

    5 2002 HD

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  • 2000
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    The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Unmasked

    The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Unmasked

    8 2000 HD

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  • 1999
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    The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale

    The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale

    6 1999 HD

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  • 1999
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    The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale

    The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale

    6 1999 HD

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  • 1999
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    The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale

    The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale

    6 1999 HD

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  • 2000
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    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    6.15 2000 HD

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  • 2000
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    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    Now You See Him: 'The Invisible Man' Revealed!

    6.15 2000 HD

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  • 2018
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    Eli Roth's History of Horror

    Eli Roth's History of Horror

    6.525 2018 HD

    An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

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  • 2016
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    Creature Features

    Creature Features

    10 2016 HD

    "Creature Features" see a has-been rock star Vincent Van Dahl hosts horror films in his haunted mansion with the help of his stalwart butler Mr....

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