The Eldritch Influence: The Life, Vision, and Phenomenon of H.P. Lovecraft (2003)

80 %
based on 4 user ratings
The Eldritch Influence: The Life, Vision, and Phenomenon of H.P. Lovecraft on IMDb 7.1/10 58 votes

Released:
2003-01-01

Overview:
The Eldritch Influence looks at the world of literary outsider H.P. Lovecraft who posthumously infected a large number of artists, writers, mystics, and fanatics with his wonderfully bleak worldview. Using passionate interviews and colorful commentary the film presents a picture of Lovecraft’s life and thought through those he’s touched and inspired. Featuring extensive interviews with Lovecraft biographer S.T. Joshi, authors Ramsey Campbell, Neil Gaiman, Brian Lumley, and filmmaker Stuart Gordon.

Director:
Shawn R Owens

Runtime:
1h 25min

Genre:
Documentary

  • Cast:
  • Ramsey Campbell
    as
    Himself
  • Neil Gaiman
    as
    Himself
  • Stuart Gordon
    as
    Himself
  • S.T. Joshi
    as
    Himself
  • Andrew Leman
    as
    Himself