Cinefantastique Magazine – Summer 1981 – Vol. 11 No. 1 – Dick Smith: Altered States – VG, No Label
This Summer 1981 issue of Cinefantastique spotlights legendary makeup artist Dick Smith, featuring an in-depth chronicle of his year-long work on Altered States and a sweeping look at his 35-year career, from amateur beginnings to The Exorcist and beyond. Also included is a profile on Rob Bottin’s werewolf magic for The Howling and a wide selection of reviews.
The magazine is in very good condition, with light edge wear appropriate for its age. The pictured copy is the exact item you will receive. Please see photos for reference. We offer combined shipping, and every magazine is shipped in a clear protective sleeve.
Table of Contents
Feature Articles
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Dick Smith: Altering States
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14 – Altered States: Smith’s 12-month odyssey creating groundbreaking makeup for Ken Russell’s psychedelic thriller, only to see his work overshadowed by production turmoil.
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26 – A Career of the Impossible: A retrospective of Smith’s astonishing 35-year career, spanning television, The Exorcist, and his enduring influence on the craft. / Articles by David Bartholomew
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The Howling (p.4)
Rob Bottin discusses the transformative werewolf effects that made him a rising star, with acknowledgments to mentors Dick Smith and Rick Baker. / Article by Jordan R. Fox
Reviews
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Popeye – Paul M. Sammon (p.44)
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The Shrinking Woman – Steven Dimeo (p.44)
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Resurrection – Kyle Counts (p.45)
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Hawk the Slayer – Mike Childs (p.45)
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Altered States – Jordan R. Fox (p.46)
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Frankenstein – Dan Scapperotti (p.47)
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Fear No Evil – John McCarty (p.47)
Departments
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Editor’s Notes – p.3
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Coming – p.6
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Short Notices – p.48
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Letters – p.50
Condition Notes:
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Very good vintage copy with minor edge wear.
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No mailing label.
Shipping & Handling:
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Combined shipping offered upon request.
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All items include a plastic protective covering.
A superb collectible for fans of Dick Smith, makeup artistry, and early ’80s genre cinema.


