The Story of the Ghost Story
Synopsis
A look at the history of the ghost story, from oral tradition and folklore via the Gothic novel to the present, offering insights into the work of some of the genre's greatest writers including Charles Dickens, M R James and Stephen King. Contributors include Muriel Gray, G P Taylor, David Punter, John Mullan and Ramsey Campbell.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Morton-Haworth
- Original Title
- The Story of the Ghost Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Morton-Haworth
Department Leadership Roster
James Morton-Haworth
Director
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is The Story of the Ghost Story about?
A look at the history of the ghost story, from oral tradition and folklore via the Gothic novel to the present, offering insights into the work of some of the genre's greatest writers including Charles Dickens, M R James and Stephen King. Contributors include Muriel Gray, G P Taylor, David Punter, John Mullan and Ramsey Campbell.
Who directed The Story of the Ghost Story?
The Story of the Ghost Story was directed by James Morton-Haworth.
Who stars in The Story of the Ghost Story?
The principal cast of The Story of the Ghost Story includes Ramsey Campbell.
When was The Story of the Ghost Story released and how long is it?
The Story of the Ghost Story was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 29m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Story of the Ghost Story?
The Story of the Ghost Story holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).