In this episode of the show our October series of Stuart Gordon’s early movies continues with a conversation about the 1987 Dolls. Over the course of our chat you will hear us talk about Gordon’s brief departure from adapting H.P. Lovecraft and directing what could easily look like a dark fairy tale in the vein of the Grimm Brothers. We talk about Gordon’s time filming in Italy, the movie as a showcase of practical special effects and a cross between Gordon’s own sensibilities and inspirations plucked from giallo and other masters of Italian horror. We also touch on the sublime camp in the acting department, logical conveniences, werewolf teddy bears and the fact that at under eighty minutes of running time, Dolls still looked padded out.

Tune in and enjoy!

Featuring: Tony Larder

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