Taboos of the World (1963)/House of Usher (1960) in the PNW

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

This is a collection of media from the initial runs of "Taboos of the World" (1963) in the Pacific Northwest. "House of Usher" (1960) was brought back as the second feature.

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Taboos of the World (1963)
“Taboos of the World” (1963) is a documentary film directed by Romolo Marcellini. This film, narrated by Vincent Price in the English version, takes viewers on a global journey to explore various cultural taboos and practices. The film adopts a “mondo” style, which was popular in the 1960s, characterized by its shockumentary approach. It delves into diverse and often controversial subjects, presenting them in a way that aims to both educate and provoke thought. The documentary covers a wide range of topics, from traditional rituals to unique customs, offering a glimpse into the different ways societies around the world navigate their cultural boundaries,

Director: Romolo Marcellini
Writers: Giancarlo Del Re, Ugo Guerra, Jacques Lanzmann
Stars: Laila Novak, Vincent Price, Stefano Sibaldi

House of Usher (1960)
“House of Usher” (1960), directed by Roger Corman, is a gothic horror film based on Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Fall of the House of Usher.” The film stars Vincent Price as Roderick Usher, who lives in a decaying mansion with his sister, Madeline Usher, played by Myrna Fahey. When Madeline’s fiancé, Philip Winthrop (Mark Damon), arrives at the mansion, he discovers the Usher family is plagued by a mysterious curse. As Philip attempts to rescue Madeline from the eerie house and her brother’s influence, he uncovers dark secrets that threaten to consume them all. The film’s atmospheric setting, haunting performances, and chilling narrative make it a classic in the horror genre.

Director: Roger Corman
Writers: Edgar Allan Poe, Richard Matheson
Stars: Vincent Price, Mark Damon, Myrna Fahey
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August 25, 1965 ad (Seattle)