An advertisement for Stanley Theatre’s (located at 19^th and Market) showing of King Kong that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger. It also appears that the Stanley Theatre along with the Stanton Theatre were the major venues for horror films in Philadelphia during this time.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

An advertisement for Stanton Theatre’s (located at 16^th and Market) showing of Murders in the Rue Morgue that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger.  It appears that the Stanton Theatre along with the Stanley Theatre were the major venues for horror films in Philadelphia during this time. This ad was released on the day of the film’s premiere and also promoted midnight showing.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

An advertisement for Stanley Theatre’s (located at 19^th and Market) showing of Frankenstein that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger.  It appears that the Stanley Theatre along with the Stanton Theatre were the major venues for horror films in Philadelphia during this time. Also, it is very important to point out that the advertisement includes a warning that advises parents not to send their children to the film, unless accompanied by an adult. This “warning” may be a clever publicity stunt or a genuine advisory note.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

An advertisement for Stanley Theatre’s (located at 19^th and Market) showing of Dracula that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger. It also appears that the Stanley Theatre along with the Stanton Theatre were the major venues for horror films in Philadelphia during this time. The ad contains no specific information of when or where the film will premiere, but instead simply states that “Dracula is Coming.” The purpose of this ad is simply to create a kind of mystery/word of mouth “buzz.”  By Conor Fitzpatrick

Example of a film review of Dracula that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger. It must be noted that this article is contained within the “Screen Features Now Showing” section and the article is best described as a hybrid of a film review and an advertisement. With that said, the title of the article, “‘Dracula’ – Stanley,” refers to the movie theater located on 19^th and Market in which the movie was exhibited.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

An article published in the Philadelphia Public Ledger that interviews Bela Lugosi. He reveals that he hated his on screen role of Dracula since he had also played the character in the stage version that preceded the film version.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

Example of a film review of Frankenstein that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in one of the city’s newspaper, the Philadelphia Public Ledger. It must be noted that this article is contained within the “What Theatres Headline” section and the article is best described as a hybrid of a film review and an advertisement. With that said, the title of the article, “‘Frankenstein’ – Stanley,” refers to the movie theater located on 19^th and Market in which the film was exhibited. By Conor Fitzpatrick

An article published in the Philadelphia Public Ledger that discusses the various themes raised in the movie and how producer Carl Laemmle Jr. tried to insure that the film’s medical practices/methods were accurate.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

An article published in the Philadelphia Public Ledger that lists the Top Ten Films of 1931 as voted on by Philadelphians. Frankenstein is given an honorable mention award with 48 votes.  By Conor Fitzpatrick

Example of a film review of Murders in the Rue Morgue that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger. It must be noted that this article is contained within the “What the Theatres Headline” section and the article is best described as a hybrid of a film review and an advertisement. With that said, the title of the article, “Mad Doctor and Ape – Stanton,” refers to the movie theater located on 16^th and Market in which the film was exhibited. By Conor Fitzpatrick

Example of a film review of King Kong that was circulated throughout Philadelphia as it was placed in the one of the city’s newspapers, the Philadelphia Public Ledger. It must be noted that this article is contained within the “What the Theatres Headline” section and the article is best described as a hybrid of a film review and an advertisement. With that said, the title of the article, “Prehistoric Ape – Stanley,” refers to the movie theater located on 19th and Market in which the movie was exhibited.  By Conor Fitzpatrick