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| Cover of Fantastic Films issue ##29 (Vol. 4, No. 5) | |
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| Magazine | Fantastic Films |
| Issue Number | #29 (Vol. 4, No. 5) |
| Publication Date | June 1982 |
| Cover Date | June 1982 |
| Price | $2.95 |
| Page Count | 76 |
| Staff | |
| Editor | Michael Stein |
| Art Director | Michael Stein |
| Cover Artist | N/A (Features images from Conan the Barbarian) |
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| Previous Issue | Sources:Fantastic Films Issue 28 |
| Next Issue | Sources:Fantastic Films Issue 30 |
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| Scanned File | Archived File |
This article covers Fantastic Films #29, an issue of the magazine Fantastic Films, which was published in June 1982. The issue is a "Special Giant Edition" with extensive features on the major science fiction and fantasy films of the season.
Contents edit source
This issue provides in-depth, behind-the-scenes interviews with the creative minds behind several major 1982 films, including Conan the Barbarian, Blade Runner, Quest for Fire, and The Secret of NIMH. It also features retrospective articles on classic science fiction films and television series.
Feature Articles edit source
- Conan the Barbarian: An extensive interview with Production Designer Ron Cobb, who discusses the conceptualization, design, and creation of the film's world, including weapons, sets, and symbolism.
- The Secret SPFX of The Secret of NIMH: An interview with Special Effects Animator Dors Lanpher on the unique animation techniques used to create the film's magical effects.
- Beyond Disney with Don Bluth: An interview with director/producer Don Bluth about leaving Disney and the new artistic direction he is taking with The Secret of NIMH.
- Quest for Fire: An interview with director Jean-Jacques Annaud on the challenges of creating a prehistoric adventure, including the development of body language and a primitive, non-verbal narrative.
- Blade Runner: An interview with "Futurist" and Production Designer Syd Mead, detailing his process for designing the futuristic, "retro-deco" world of the film, including the iconic Spinner vehicles.
- Who Killed Battlestar Galactica?: An article by William J. Adams that investigates the reasons behind the cancellation of the popular science fiction television series.
- Blake's 7: A detailed guide to the classic BBC science fiction series.
- The Angry Red Planet: A retrospective article on the 1960s science fiction adventure film.
- I Married a Monster from Outer Space: An archive series article on the 1958 film, including an interview with director Gene Fowler, Jr.
Regular Columns edit source
- Reaction: Letters from readers discussing past articles, including topics like Heavy Metal, Escape from New York, and The Empire Strikes Back.
- Databank: A news section covering current events in film, literature, and fandom, with notes on The Foundation, the passing of Philip K. Dick, and updates on Revenge of the Jedi.
- Read Out: Book reviews of recent science fiction and fantasy releases, including Robert C. Sloane's A Nice Place to Live and Peter Straub's If You Could See Me Now.
Staff edit source
- Editor/Art Director: Michael Stein
- Contributing Editors: Douglas Bakshian, Mike Gold, Roy Kinnard, Paul Mandell, Steve Mitchell, Terry Parker, Jim Sulski, Al Taylor
- West Coast Editors: Blake Mitchell, James Ferguson
Editor's Note edit source
This issue does not contain a formal Editor's Note or column from the editor.
Advertisements edit source
Notable advertisements in this issue include promotions for the upcoming Blade Runner Sketchbook and Illustrated Screenplay, a subscription offer for Cinefantastique magazine featuring their own issue on Conan the Barbarian, and various merchandise for films and comics.