Description
Cinefantastique Magazine – Fall 1980 – Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds – Near Mint (NM)
This is an original Cinefantastique Magazine from Fall 1980, featuring an in-depth retrospective on Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds. The magazine is in near mint condition, with no major flaws and only the faintest signs of handling. The pictured copy is the exact item you will receive. Please review photos for reference. We offer combined shipping, and every magazine is shipped in a clear protective sleeve to ensure safe storage and long-term preservation.
Contents
Features
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The Birds – A comprehensive look back at Hitchcock’s groundbreaking thriller, including behind-the-scenes production details, pioneering effects work, and the film’s enduring cultural impact.
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Resurrection – Paul R. Gagne examines Ellen Burstyn’s faith-healing drama, charting its evolution from script to screen. (p.4)
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Cosmos – Jordan R. Fox profiles Carl Sagan’s landmark PBS series, blending science and storytelling for a broad audience. (p.12)
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Galaxina – Adam Eisenberg surveys William Sachs’ tongue-in-cheek science-fiction spoof, featuring a memorable android heroine. (p.36)
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The Monster Club – Mike Childs and Alan Jones explore Vincent Price’s offbeat supernatural gathering place. (p.44)
Reviews
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The Shining – David Hogan (p.38)
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Watcher in the Woods – John Azzopardi (p.39)
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Death Ship – John Azzopardi (p.39)
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The Empire Strikes Back – Frederick S. Clarke (p.40)
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Friday the 13th – Tim Lucas (p.42)
Departments
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Editor’s Notes (p.3)
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Coming (p.6)
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Short Notices (p.43)
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Letters (p.46)
A fine addition for collectors of vintage film periodicals, this issue celebrates Hitchcock’s mastery while capturing the rich diversity of early-1980s science fiction, fantasy, and horror entertainment.


