The Raven (1963)/Assignment: Outer Space (1960) in the PNW

Details: Written by: Mortado; Category: The 1960s in Northwest Cinemas

This is a collection of media from the initial releases of "The Raven" (1963) in the Pacific Northwest. "Assignment Outer Space" (1962) was the second feature.

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The Raven (1963)
“The Raven” is a 1963 American comedy gothic horror film that tells the story of a widowed sorcerer, Dr. Erasmus Craven, who has been mourning the death of his wife Lenore for over two years. His life takes a turn when he is visited by a raven, who is actually a transformed wizard, Dr. Bedlo. They brew a potion that restores Dr. Bedlo to his human form. Dr. Bedlo reveals that he was transformed by the evil Dr. Scarabus in an unfair duel, and that he saw Lenore’s ghost at Scarabus’ castle. This prompts Dr. Craven, along with his daughter Estelle and Bedlo’s son Rexford, to visit Scarabus’ castle.
Director: Roger Corman
Writers: Edgar Allan Poe, Richard Matheson
Stars: Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, Boris Karloff
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Assignment: Outer Space (1960)
“Assignment: Outer Space”, also known as “Space-Men”, is a 1960 Italian science fiction film directed by Antonio Margheriti. The film is set in the 22nd century and follows the story of Ray Peterson, a reporter for the Interplanetary News. Peterson is assigned to write a story aboard a space station. However, tension arises between Peterson and the station’s commander, who finds Peterson’s presence disruptive but has orders to leave him alone.
Director: Antonio Margheriti
Writers: Ennio De Concini, Jack Wallace
Stars: Rik Van Nutter, Gabriella Farinon, David Montresor
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February 12, 1963 ad (Seattle)