Description
Cinefantastique Magazine – January 1990 (Tales from the Crypt) – Near Mint (NM)
Relive the excitement of late-80s genre entertainment with this January 1990 issue of Cinefantastique Magazine. Spotlighting HBO’s bold adaptation of Tales from the Crypt, this edition also covers major releases and cult favorites across horror, fantasy, and science fiction. A sharp, near-mint copy, it’s a superb addition for collectors of film magazines or fans of behind-the-scenes reporting.
Condition
This magazine is in near mint condition, with only the faintest signs of handling and no major flaws. The copy shown in the listing photos is the exact item you will receive. Please review all images carefully. Combined shipping is available, and every order is shipped in a clear protective sleeve.
Contents
A comprehensive lineup of features and departments includes:
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Stephen King Strikes Back! – Gary L. Wood explores how Pet Sematary reignited King’s box-office success and paved the way for Misery and The Stand (p.4).
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Beauty and the Beast – Mark Dawidziak reports on CBS’s revival of the romantic fantasy series (p.6).
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Back to the Future II – Frederick S. Clarke on Universal’s back-to-back filming strategy (p.10).
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Steven Spielberg’s Always – A preview of Spielberg’s supernatural romance with Richard Dreyfuss (p.13).
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Leatherface: Texas Chainsaw 3 – Steve Biodrowski examines New Line’s gamble on another Chainsaw sequel (p.15).
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Tales from the Crypt – Sheldon Teitelbaum profiles HBO’s adaptation of the classic EC Comics horror stories (p.16).
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The Little Mermaid – Kyle Counts on Disney’s triumphant return to animated storytelling (p.30).
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James Cameron’s The Abyss – Thomas Doherty critiques Cameron’s underwater science-fiction epic (p.32).
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After Midnight – Frederick C. Szebin spotlights the Wheat brothers’ horror anthology (p.36).
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Whitley Strieber’s Communion – Bill Florence interviews Strieber about seeing his alien encounters brought to the screen (p.40).
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Batman: A Second Opinion – Thomas Doherty offers a fresh take on Burton’s blockbuster (p.42).
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Restoring The Dybbuk – Daniel M. Kimmel discusses the restoration of this 1937 Yiddish fantasy film (p.44).
Departments:
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Coming – p.6
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Film Ratings – p.54
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Letters – p.62
Summary
With in-depth reporting, thoughtful criticism, and rich production histories, this issue captures a pivotal moment in genre cinema and television. Its near-mint state and strong focus on Tales from the Crypt make it a desirable find for collectors of vintage film and fantasy publications.