film and video adaptations

A Swiss family on their way to New Guinea is shipwrecked on a tropical island where they must deal with issues of survival.

Contains a selection of critical commentary on the horror fiction, films and video adaptations of Stephen King.

Victor and Thomas have lived their entire lives on the same Indian Reservation but couldn't be more different. When Victor is called away, it's Thomas who comes up with the money to pay for his trip. The catch: Victor has to take Thomas along for the ride.

Traces the evolution of Oz from its legendary beginnings to its development and success as a movie and television classic.

A collection of essays that explore how the narratives, themes, imagery, and characterizations of William Shakespeare have been used in popular media.

Presents an examination of H. P. Lovecraft's impact on twentieth century popular culture, providing an analysis of his complete writings, and including an annotated bibliography.

Provides a comprehensive catalog of the various adaptations of L. Frank Baum's novel "The Wizard of Oz", describing the books, films, music videos, stage productions, games, and other variations of the story.

Film writer Douglas Brode provides historical background, production details, critical reactions, and analysis covering everything from the actors to the directors of the major Shakespearean works that were turned into modern popular films.