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For those of us of a certain age who grew up in the U.S., our introduction to the now-iconic hero Doctor Who came in the form of a pair of Peter Cushing films: DOCTOR WHO AND THE DALEKS (1965) and DALEKS' INVASION EARTH 2150 A.D. (1966). Their unique blend of chuckles, chills and thrills was like nothing we had ever seen before. And this new book by filmmaker and film historian John Walsh uncovers a wealth information never seen before about this pair of cinematic postcards from the past.
Here in the States, during the mid-Sixties, the BBC's DOCTOR WHO television series had not yet become a staple of UHF and PBS channels, nor had the numerous books and merchandise connected with the character arrived on these shores. Even if you were not among the lucky ones to have seen the Peter Cushing Doctor Who/Dalek films at a local theater or drive-in, by the late Sixties and early Seventies they frequently turned up on weekend broadcasts, usually showing on Saturday nights or Sunday afternoons. Little did we realize in those pre-Internet days the legacy these two films represented.
John Walsh shines the spotlight on the early days of Doctor Who, and how Amicus (a British-based company best-known for its horror films) reinvented the television property for the big screen and sent the good Doctor out around the world. In addition to a look behind-the-scenes on both motion pictures, we are treated to interviews with surviving cast and crew, as well as an extensive set of stills showing us what went on before and behind the cameras. And, for the collector in all of us, information and images of vintage Doctor Who and Dalek toys abound, making us wish we might wake up and find a few Who goodies under the tree come Christmas.
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A Must Have Slice of Dalekmania!
Dr. Who & The Daleks: The Official Story of the Films is a title that I have eagerly looked forward to since it was announced. Filmmaker and author John Walsh has the golden touch (or pen) when writing definitive guides on classic cult cinema. He’s done it thrice over with his tomes, Harryhausen: The Lost Movies (2019), Flash Gordon: The Official Story of the Film (2020), and Escape From New York: The Official Story of the Film (2021), all for Titan Books. To say my expectations were high would be an understatement. Consumers and reviewers highly regarded all three previous titles, and all were nominated for Rondo Hatton Classic Horror awards! Luckily Dr. Who & The Daleks: The Official Story of the Films lives up to Walsh’s previous titles and my lofty expectations! John takes control of TARDIS and drops us effortlessly back to the swinging sixties, where Dalekmania was running wild, culminating in the two 1960s Doctor Who film adaptations, Dr. Who and the Daleks and Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. John does an admirable job of painting a vivid picture of the making of these two films, drawn from lots of archive material, interviews, unseen artwork, and gloriously restored and colourised photos by Clayton Hickman. The book examines the complete production process for both films, including production, design, casting, and distribution, all accompanied by a cornucopia of illustrations, behind-the-scenes photos, posters, and props that I’ve never seen before. The overseas promotional campaigns are always fascinating, as Doctor Who had yet to become the worldwide phenomenon it is today.This book is a must-purchase. Whether you are a fan of Doctor Who or just cinema, John Walsh has done a magnificent job capturing the excitement and enthusiasm of 1960s Doctor Who.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2023
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
Dr. Who & The Daleks: The Official Story of the Films is a title that I have eagerly looked forward to since it was announced. Filmmaker and author John Walsh has the golden touch (or pen) when writing definitive guides on classic cult cinema. He’s done it thrice over with his tomes, Harryhausen: The Lost Movies (2019), Flash Gordon: The Official Story of the Film (2020), and Escape From New York: The Official Story of the Film (2021), all for Titan Books. To say my expectations were high would be an understatement. Consumers and reviewers highly regarded all three previous titles, and all were nominated for Rondo Hatton Classic Horror awards! Luckily Dr. Who & The Daleks: The Official Story of the Films lives up to Walsh’s previous titles and my lofty expectations! John takes control of TARDIS and drops us effortlessly back to the swinging sixties, where Dalekmania was running wild, culminating in the two 1960s Doctor Who film adaptations, Dr. Who and the Daleks and Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. John does an admirable job of painting a vivid picture of the making of these two films, drawn from lots of archive material, interviews, unseen artwork, and gloriously restored and colourised photos by Clayton Hickman. The book examines the complete production process for both films, including production, design, casting, and distribution, all accompanied by a cornucopia of illustrations, behind-the-scenes photos, posters, and props that I’ve never seen before. The overseas promotional campaigns are always fascinating, as Doctor Who had yet to become the worldwide phenomenon it is today.
This book is a must-purchase. Whether you are a fan of Doctor Who or just cinema, John Walsh has done a magnificent job capturing the excitement and enthusiasm of 1960s Doctor Who.
This book is a must-purchase. Whether you are a fan of Doctor Who or just cinema, John Walsh has done a magnificent job capturing the excitement and enthusiasm of 1960s Doctor Who.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
Doctor Who At The Movies - It’s About Time!
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
Finally, a full making of the book for a sci-fi classic. I’ve been a fan of the Dr Who films for years, and this book has been worth the wait. With its glossy art book feel and embossed/outstanding cover, what more could you ask for Christmas? It would only be better if I were The Doctor. New pictures and old ones in great quality. No Dr Who stone is left unturned. I have all John Walsh’s books, and this one is as the Doctor would say, “extraordinary.” I’m looking forward to his next book.
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2023
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2022
John Walsh knocks it out of the park again!!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2022
This is the 3rd book from acclaimed film-maker John Walsh that I have purchased and my only hope is that he doesn't stop writing these books.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2022
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Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2023
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2023
John Walsh's new book about the 2 Peter Cushing Dr. Who 1960s Dalek movies is one of those books that has been put together with love and care for us Who fans!
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Dale Barker
Beautiful tribute to these great films.
Reviewed in Canada on February 19, 2023
Ian
Superb Book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2023
Ian
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2023
I ordered this book after seeing the video on you tube and i was not disappointed as it speaks of quality both in the front cover with two iconic scens from each of the films as well as it's raised lettering saying Dr Who & The Daleks,The Official Story of The Films and John Walsh's name.
So much hard work and effort must have gone in to deciding what the content layout should be,the design of the cover,the photographs,interviews and background content.
As soon as you open it you are pesented with a line drawing showing the diimensions of the Daleks and then an excellent intro by Roberta Tovey who played Susan Dr Who's Granddaughter in both films.
I love all the behind the scene photographs showing each of the actors and actresses in black and white as well as superb colour one's as well as those evil Daleks who had to be the best enemies.
I love the story about Terry Nation who brought the Daleks to the screen and without him we wouldn't have hated those mechanical minds so much and been so scared as small children.
I know that i was and had to hide behind the settee each time the Daleks came on the screen.
I really love all the stories about the cast from both series and there are plenty of on set as well as behind the scenes photographs of them to keep you dipping in and out of thE book just to look at something.
I was amazed with the information on the many types of merchandise and music which was connected with both films as well as the televisions series and a lot of which is available now which shows how long lasting the appeal has been.
I would recommend this to any fan of Dr Who as a present from themselves or as a gift and it is well worth the money.
Let us hope that John Walsh decides to do a follow up book on the televisions eries as i wouldc ertainly buy this.
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Daniele Roccati
Si torna agli anni '60! La Dalekmania
Reviewed in Italy on March 6, 2023
Daniele Roccati
Reviewed in Italy on March 6, 2023
Il libro si trova infatti ricco di interviste d'epoca anche da parte di chi, tristemente, non si trova più con noi, portandoci così uno sguardo diretto nella realizzazione dei due film.
La peculiarità del libro però trovo sia la ottima realizzazione complessiva. Certamente i testi scritti da John Walsh sono eccellenti ma altrettanto lo è la grafica. Partendo dalla rilegatura, rilegata con spina rigida, passando per la copertina con stupendi giochi di lucidi e opachi, per finire sulle fotografie. Sono proprio le fotografie infatti uno degli elementi più belli del volume, i colori visibili trasportano infatti il lettore nel mondo Technicolor di quel periodo.
Lo consiglio vivamente a chiunque sia appassionato di Doctor Who, dei Dalek, di Peter Cushing o comunque a chiunque possa interessare un pezzo di storia che ha cambiato indelebilmente la cultura Britannica.
Devo però citare anche un piccolo gioiello per gli italiani, tra le locandine estere del film "Daleks il futuro tra un milione di anni" sono infatti visibili le due stupefacenti opere realizzate da Renato Casaro per i cinema Italiani, rappresentazioni davvero brillanti che fanno indelebilmente parte della storia di Doctor Who in Italia.
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John Leggett
This is the book the movies deserve!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 27, 2023Just some guy
Amazing behind the scenes photos
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2022