Cinefex Magazine July 1981 No. 5 Medusa in Clash of The Titans

Cinefex Magazine – July 1981 – Issue No. 5 – Medusa in Clash of the Titans – Good, No Label

This vintage issue of Cinefex (No. 5, July 1981) celebrates the artistry of Ray Harryhausen and the special effects pioneers who shaped a generation of fantasy filmmaking. The magazine is in good condition, with light wear along the edges consistent with its age. The copy pictured is the exact one you will receive. Please review the photos carefully to confirm condition. Every issue is shipped in a protective plastic sleeve, and combined shipping is available upon request.

Contents

• Ray Harryhausen — Acting Without the Lumps – p.4
  Vic Cox interviews the legendary animator, exploring his formative years, creative philosophy, and decades-long career bringing fantastical creatures to life through stop-motion magic.

• Clash of the (Foot-Tall) Titans – p.20
  Don Shay chronicles the making of Clash of the Titans, Harryhausen’s sixteenth feature and most ambitious project. Alongside animators Jim Danforth and Steven Archer, Harryhausen discusses the painstaking process behind Medusa, Pegasus, and other mythological marvels, blending miniature craftsmanship with innovative effects photography.

• Roy Arbogast – p.42
  Jordan Fox profiles mechanical effects master Roy Arbogast, whose résumé includes Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Dracula, and The Incredible Shrinking Woman. The article examines his expertise in delivering practical, on-set effects.

• Caveman — The Real Stars – p.54
  Scott Vanderbilt explores the quirky stop-motion and optical work behind Caveman. Supervisors Jim Danforth and Dave Allen, joined by Randall William Cook, Peter Kleinow, and Spencer Gill, reveal the humor and challenges involved in animating prehistoric oddities.

Front Cover: The deadly gaze of Medusa from Clash of the Titans.
Back Cover: A comical horned lizard from Caveman.

A perfect addition for collectors and fans of classic fantasy cinema, this issue of Cinefex captures the ingenuity and dedication that brought mythical monsters and cinematic adventures to life.