Italian Horrors: Cannibals, Zombies, Strange Vices and Guilty Pleasures!

Italian Horrors: Cannibals, Zombies, Strange Vices and Guilty Pleasures!

By Ghoulish Publishing

Step into the bloody, bizarre, and unforgettable world of Italian horror with this lavishly illustrated book from the minds behind The Dark Side magazine. Packed with rich visuals and razor-sharp insights, Italian Horrors explores the blood-soaked legacy of Italian horror movies, where shock, style, and scandal reign supreme.

This collector’s horror movie book dives deep into the golden age of 1970s and 1980s cult cinema—from the grotesque violence of cannibal films to the dreamlike terror of giallo thrillers. Discover the origins and rise of legendary directors like Dario Argento, Lucio Fulci, Mario Bava, and Sergio Martino. Learn how Italian filmmakers borrowed, twisted, and reimagined hits like Jaws, The Exorcist, and Dawn of the Dead, often with even more gore, eroticism, and flair.

Highlights include:

• In-depth coverage of the Video Nasties era

• Exclusive interviews with Ian McCulloch, Luigi Cozzi, and Ruggero Deodato

• Rare stills and posters never before published

• Special chapters on the Ladies of Giallo and the decline of the Italian horror boom

Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just discovering the delicious depravity of Italian horror, this book is an essential addition to your collection.