The Eldritch Influence: The Life, Vision, and Phenomenon of H.P. Lovecraft
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Worth a look
2003 · Movie · 1h 25m
The read
It runs a compact 1h 25m.
Synopsis
The Eldritch Influence looks at the world of literary outsider H.P. Lovecraft who posthumously infected a large number of artists, writers, mystics, and fanatics with his wonderfully bleak worldview. Using passionate interviews and colorful commentary the film presents a picture of Lovecraft’s life and thought through those he’s touched and inspired. Featuring extensive interviews with Lovecraft biographer S.T. Joshi, authors Ramsey Campbell, Neil Gaiman, Brian Lumley, and filmmaker Stuart Gordon.
Ratings
IMDb6.9/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- Shawn R OwensDirector
Cast
- Ramsey CampbellSelf
- Neil GaimanSelf
- Stuart GordonSelf
- S.T. JoshiSelf
- Andrew LemanSelf
- Brian LumleySelf
- Christian MatzkeSelf
- Andrew MiglioreSelf
- Aaron VanekSelf