Harry Manfredini
Also Known As: Henry Manfredini
Biography: Harry Manfredini is an American film composer and jazz soloist, who has scored for more than one hundred films including Friday the 13th film series.
Department: Sound
Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Adult: No
Birthday: August 25, 1943
Age: 81 years old
Gender: Male
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Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
Overview: This historical and critical look at slasher films, which includes dozens of clips, begins with Halloween, Friday the 13th, and Prom Night. The films' directors, writers, producers, and special effects creators comment on the films' making and success. During the Reagan years, the films get gorier, budgets get smaller, and their appeal wanes. Then, Nightmare on Elm Street revives the genre. Jump to the late 90s, when Scream brings humor and TV stars into the mix.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-10-13
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Into the Pit: The Shocking Story of Deadpit.com
Overview: Prestonburg, KY is a small blue-collar town with hunting, fishing, coal mining, and two of the biggest names in online horror talk radio: Wes Vance and Aaron Frye (aka "The Creepy Kentuckian" and "Uncle Bill") The two self-proclaimed "redneck geeks" bonded at a young age while their weekends devouring horror films. They now use their extensive horror knowledge to record a weekly podcast on DEADPIT.com and have found a worldwide audience through their candid conversation, quick wit, and lots of swearing. What started as an outlet to express their love for horror films has evolved into an online industry with millions of followers and the ability to talk to their childhood heroes. But what happens when your childhood pursuits start to collide with your adult aspirations? Can Deadpit survive it's own success?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-08-09
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Return to Crystal Lake: Making 'Friday the 13th'
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Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-10-24
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His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th
Overview: A retrospective documentary about the groundbreaking horror series, Friday the 13th, featuring interviews with cast and crew from the twelve films spanning 3 decades.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-04-20
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Friday the 13th Part 3: The Memoriam Documentary
Overview: Take a look behind the scenes of Friday the 13th Part 3D with host, Paul Kratka, in this insightful fan driven documentary featuring untold stories and interviews with several franchise favorites, never-before-seen location footage and set photography, as well as a touching look back on the life of Richard Brooker.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-01-13
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In Search of Darkness
Overview: An exploration of '80s horror movies through the perspective of the actors, directors, producers and SFX craftspeople who made them, and their impact on contemporary cinema.
Genres: Documentary Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-05-01
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Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th
Overview: Taking inspiration from Peter M. Bracke's definitive book of the same name, this seven-hour documentary dives into the making of all twelve Friday the 13th films, with all-new interviews from the cast and the crew.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-09-13
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Blood, Sand, and Fire: The Making of The Hills Have Eyes Part II
Overview: Brand new making-of documentary featuring interviews with actor Michael Berryman, actress Janus Blythe, and many more!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-09-16
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Ding Dong, You're Dead! The Making of "House"
Overview: Retrospective documentary taking a look back at the making of House, the 1985 horror film that became a nice little hit when it was originally released. Featuring interviews with producer Sean S. Cunningham, director Steve Miner, story creator Fred Dekker, cast members William Katt, George Wendt and Kay Lenz, composer Harry Manfredini, stunt coordinator Kane Hodder and various members of the special effects crew.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-27
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It's Getting Weirder! The Making of "House II"
Overview: Retrospective documentary featuring interviews with Ethan Wiley, Sean S. Cunningham, Arye Gross and Jonathan Stark, among others.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-27
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Home Deadly Home: The Making of "House IV"
Overview: Retrospective documentary featuring interviews with director Lewis Abernathy, producer Sean S. Cunningham, stars Terri Treas and William Katt, actor/stunt coordinator Kane Hodder and composer Harry Manfredini.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-27
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In Search of Darkness: Part II
Overview: The ultimate ‘80s Horror retrospective just got BIGGER. In Search of Darkness: Part II is a four-hour-plus sequel to the Rondo Hatton-nominated In Search of Darkness, adding 15 new interviewees and 40+ returning favorites for the biggest and most comprehensive ‘80s Horror documentary cast ever assembled.
Genres: Documentary Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-10-06
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The Story Of The '80s Slasher Craze
Overview: Between 1980 and 1989, the horror genre gave us well over 200 slasher flicks; most of them were cheap, and very few of them had much of a lasting impact on audiences (aside from rabid horror fans like us, that is). Flaws and all though, we loved most of these horrific endeavors. Taking the format of ‘70s classics such as Black Christmas, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and, of course, the quintessential slasher movie, John Carpenter’s Halloween, studios realized they could make a lot of money chopping up teens. So much so that the genre would collapse in on itself like a dying star before the decade was done.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-11-03
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Something Wicked This Way Comes
Overview: SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES is a project that examines horror culture and filmmaking in the New England area. Through the stories of industry professionals, filmmakers, and actors, it explores the historical and contemporary significance of the area's impact on the horror genre, as well as the decision to pursue a project locally.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-03-25
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Saturday Nightmares: The Ultimate Horror Expo of All Time!
Overview: Stever gets up close and personal with many of the talented filmmakers and stars in exclusive backstage interviews. Stever captures the set-up of the memorabilia and collectibles stands by the hard-working staff and volunteers, the panel discussion with Romero, Barbeau and others moderated by Roy Frumkes, and the long lines of fans, some adorned in full costume and make-up, waiting to get autographs of their favorite horror legends.
Genres: Horror Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-10-22
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