What the hell is wrong with Hollywood? The question reflects not only today’s sense of crisis but also echoes anxieties that have existed throughout the entire history of film. My journey through Hollywood’s past aims to show that every supposed “end of the movies” has ultimately fueled reinvention and resilience. On a recent trip to Los Angeles, I was struck by the dour expressions everywhere I went. “This is it!” people said. “Movies as we know them are dead!” “It’s over!”

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The latest in It Came From Hollywood 's collaboration with Zombo's Closet sheds new light on the iconic SHOCK THEATER TV package from 1957! Click the image to be taken back nearly 70 years!

John McCarty circa 1964-1965 Although no "official" obituary has yet to appear for author John McCarty as of this post, long-time McCarty collaborator Joseph Citro posted the announcement on his Facebook account on 12/01/25, upon learning of his friend's passing. All that is known at this point is that John McCarty has passed away. McCarty's name is held in high regard among my generation, that is, if you were among the denizens who imbibed every horror film released during t