Sunday, October 31, 2021

Edward Gorey Halloween


H A P P Y  👻  H A L L O W E E N

Edward Gorey aka Edward St. John Gorey (American, 1925-2000)
Illustrations for Dracula. More pics from the book here.
He's the master of the macabre, agreed?
I love his short film set to the perfect music to introdce MASTERPIECE MYSTERY on PBS. Look for it tonight on GRANTCHESTER.



I was thrilled to find Edward Gorey's Introduction for The Inspector Lynley Mysteries on PBS. I don't know if I ever watch that series. Now I must look for it. Enjoy! xo 
If you can't see the video above, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4502MXkb-Dc

9 comments:

Gail, northern California said...

Love Edward Gorey. His artwork is so unique....a tad bizarre, a little off-kilter...but somehow they bring a smile. Thanks, Rosemary. Happy Halloween.

Anonymous said...

We enjoyed that film the first few times we sa it. We have now watched it so many times we fast forward through it. :)

Content in a Cottage said...

Linda Sand -- I liked his film from day one and still watch it from beginning to end. He was quite a character! xo, Rosemary

Content in a Cottage said...

Gail, northern California -- Happy Halloween to you too, Gail. You should visit https://edwardgoreyhouse.org/
xo, Rosemary

Anonymous said...

I didn't know about Edward Gorey! and I also love that little clip presenting masterpiece theatre mysteries. very cool! :D xo

Content in a Cottage said...

tammy j -- Tam, I added a link to his website to the post and here as well so you can learn everything about this fascinating man. https://edwardgoreyhouse.org/
Enjoy! xo, Rosemary

itztru said...

Fortunate to live down the road from Edward Gorey's house (now the Gorey Museum), in Yarmouth Port, Mass.,offering a glimpse into the quirky world, life and interests he had.

Content in a Cottage said...

itztru -- You are indeed fortunate to live in such a charming town with the Gorey Museum!!! I find him quite fascinating.
xo, Rosemary

Content in a Cottage said...

UPDATE: I found a YouTube Video for an old introduction to Masterpiece Mystery on PBS for The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. It's very long and wonderful. Look when you have time.
xo, Rosemary