The Haunted World of Edward D. Wood, Jr.

Often called the worst director in the history of cinema, Ed Wood is nevertheless a beloved figure among cult-film aficionados for his oddball productions. This documentary takes a look back at Wood's unique career at the margins of 1950s Hollywood, speaking to those who loved him and hated him. Bela Lugosi Jr. discusses his father's work in the abysmal "Plan 9 From Outer Space," while a Baptist reverend recalls how he was tricked into financing the film.

Directed by Brett Thompson

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Maila Nurmi

Herself

Dolores Fuller

Herself

Paul Marco

Himself

Bela Lugosi

Himself (archive footage)

Bela Lugosi Jr.

Himself

Loretta King

Herself

Lyle Talbot

Himself

Norma McCarty

Herself

Michael McCarthy

Himself

Conrad Brooks

Himself

Lynn Lemon

Himself

Mona McKinnon

Herself (voice)

Gregory Walcott

Himself / Narrator

Edward D. Wood Jr.

Himself (archive footage)

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