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Taking Shape

Developing Halloween from Script to Scream

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Taking Shape

Written by: Dustin McNeill, Travis Mullins
Narrated by: Christian Francis
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Silver Shamrock. Thorn. White Horses. It’s all in here. Join authors Dustin McNeill and Travis Mullins for a deep dive into the evolution of Halloween’s vast mythology. Extensively researched, Taking Shape is the ultimate guide to the first 40 years of Haddonfield history. Featuring exclusive interviews with filmmakers from every installment, prepare to gain new insight into Halloween’s iconic boogeyman. Oh, you don’t believe in the boogeyman? You should.

Taking Shape includes:

  • Comprehensive story analysis on the entire series!
  • A rundown of all deleted and alternate scenes!
  • A look at what scholars got right (and wrong) about H1!
  • Exclusive details on Nigel Kneale's original H3 script!
  • Comparisons of early scripts to the final theatrical films!
  • A rare interview with H5 screenwriter Michael Jacobs!
  • An exhaustive account of H6's troubled production!
  • An examination of H20’s roots as a direct-to-video sequel!
  • A revealing look behind the grunge of the Rob Zombie era!
  • Insight into how test audiences and execs shaped the films!
  • In-depth dissection of the official novelizations!
©2019 Dustin McNeill (P)2020 Mark Alan Miller Film & TV Celebration Halloween Film
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a solid book for horror fans

this book goes through the creation on the Halloween series. it's highs, lows and the creators behind them.

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