Creature features, psychological horror, and a hidden painting.
Dr. Cyclops (1940)
Basic Plot: Peruvian jungle + Mad scientist + Miniaturization = Dr. Cyclops.
Fun Fact: This film was nominated for Best Visual/Special Effects at the Academy Awards.
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The Wolf Man (1941)
Basic Plot: Lycanthropy + Gypsy + Silver walking stick = The Wolf Man.
Fun Fact: Bela Lugosi, best known for playing Dracula, plays the gypsy's son.
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Cat People (1942)
Basic Plot: Serbian immigrant + Cats + Sexual arousal = Cat People
Fun Fact: Producer Val Lewton preferred using psychological horror in his films, rather than physical horror.
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Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943)
Basic Plot: Trapped in ice + Ensemble of monsters + Fighting = Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man.
Fun Fact: This film marks the fifth installment in the Frankenstein series for Universal Studios.
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