If the made-for-television movie has long been regarded as a poor stepchild of the film industry; then telefilm horror has been the most uncelebrated offspring of all. Considered unworthy of critical attention; scary movies made for television have received little notice over the years. Yet millions of fans grew up watching themmdash;especially during the 1970smdash;and remember them fondly. This exhaustive survey addresses the lack of critical attention by evaluating such films on their own merits. Covering nearly 150 made-for-TV fright movies from the 1970s; the book includes credits; a plot synopsis; and critical commentary for each. From the well-remembered Donrsquo;t Be Afraid of the Dark to the better-forgotten Look Whatrsquo;s Happened to Rosemaryrsquo;s Baby; itrsquo;s a trustworthy and entertaining guide to the golden age of the televised horror movie.
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