Cinefex Magazine – February 1993 – Issue No. 53 – Bram Stoker’s Dracula – Very Good, No Label
This collectible issue of Cinefex (No. 53, February 1993) offers an in-depth look at the traditional effects artistry behind Francis Ford Coppola’s Bram Stoker’s Dracula and other landmark projects. The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor wear along the edges. The copy shown in the listing photos is the exact item you will receive. Please review all images carefully for condition purposes. Each issue is shipped in a protective plastic sleeve, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
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Quick Cuts: Muppetized Dickens – p.9
A behind-the-scenes look at how the Muppets brought new life to Charles Dickens’ classic tale in The Muppet Christmas Carol. -
Commercial Spot: True Colors – p.14
An inside peek at the artistry behind a vibrant commercial production. -
Effects Scene: Full Moon Rising – p.17
A short feature on crafting cinematic transformations under the glow of a full moon. -
Heart of Darkness – p.22
Janine Pourroy explores how Francis Ford Coppola approached Bram Stoker’s Dracula with a commitment to vintage, in-camera illusions. Supervised by Roman Coppola, the production enlisted talents from Michael Lantieri, Cannom Creations, Matte World, 4-Ward Productions, Fantasy II, Colossal Pictures, Visual Concept Engineering, and Available Light to deliver evocative effects without relying on modern digital technology. -
A Close Encounter with Steven Spielberg – p.54
Don Shay interviews Steven Spielberg on the fifteenth anniversary of Close Encounters of the Third Kind, discussing its conception, casting, and groundbreaking effects work. -
Commercial Spot: Sci-Fi Pest Control – p.73
A humorous look at futuristic bug management in advertising. -
Profile: Doug Beswick – p.78
A career-spanning profile of one of the industry’s respected effects craftsmen. -
Laser Revolution: Harryhausen Cornucopia – p.81
A celebration of Ray Harryhausen’s stop-motion legacy, revisited through cutting-edge laser technology.
Cover: Dracula stalks the foggy streets of London in Bram Stoker’s Dracula (photo by Ralph Nelson).
An excellent addition for collectors and fans of cinematic artistry, this issue of Cinefex captures the creativity and craft that shaped both Coppola’s gothic masterpiece and other imaginative productions of the era.



