#The Horror of Party Beach

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The Horror of Party Beach (1964)

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The Horror of Party Beach (1964) 🏖️

Director: Del Tenney (Del Tenney / Alan V. Iselin) Genres: Horror, Musical(?), Creature Feature (Sea Monster)👹 Notes: Awkward camera, acting and writing, Radioactive, Sea Monster, Atomic Horror, Beach Horror, Black/White Film🖤🤍 Some good 60s Music numbers, Practical FX and Monster costumes are funny

Review: My first impressions are that of a low budget and self-produced film but not in a good or charming way. Right away the camera work feels unpolished, camera lingers, awkward cropping of characters close/medium shots when speaking, inconsistency with characters between cuts. The acting and writing also aren't the best with awkward dialogue that feels forced and overly expositiony at times, even character motivations feel flimsy, fear doesn't really effect anyone and characters make large leaps in logic with no lead up. The believability is minimal, and for such a serious to not feeling film I think modern audiences will find it close to comical bad at times for the terrible fight scene and goofy Monster design alone which was one of the only visual highlights. Especially the creature creation sequence in the beginning has some almost funny artsy quality that was the only interesting fx part to watch.

Musical? For a movie that calls itself a musical none of the leads sing, it's mostly just one band that does a few too many songs in sequence which is as "musical" as it gets. I think if the story were more the focused they could probably cut about 10-20mins out of this film from unnecessary scenes or could have pushed more on the music aspect into the rest of the movie. For as integral and how often we watch the band play and beach-goers dance I think they could have been the main characters.

Overall I give The Horror of Party Beach (1964): Not recommended, but if it does interest you just watch the first 20 mins 🎸

-Warnings for Folks- Epilepsy: Near the end of the film there are some explosions that use very bright to dark flashing in sequence Racist Trope: The only named Black character Eulabelle (actress Eulabelle Moore) is a maid (Mammy trope) that believes in Voodoo. Many of the white characters in the house she works for would rather believe in a sea monster/zombie existing than what she believes and act very dismissive towards her. Voodoo Doll used as a prop. Feminism: Characters fail the Bechdel test. A few camera shots on Woman's bikini butts while dancing. Most of the women in the film are shown as seductresses in their bathing suites, pajamas and skirts and are killed off. The only more modestly dressed woman in the film survives till the end.

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SCI-FI CORNER:

The Horror of Party Beach is a 1964 American horror film in the beach party genre, directed by B-movie maven Del Tenney, which Tenney himself described as "a take-off on beach parties and musicals".

The Horror of Party Beach is considered to be one of the worst films of all time.

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The Horror of Party Beach | 1964

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Retro Trailer: The Horror of Party Beach (1964)

Disclaimer: I am not associated with the uploader nor the creators of this trailer.

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THE HORROR OF PARTY BEACH Reviews and free online

‘Weird atomic beasts who live off human blood!’ The Horror of Party Beach is a 1964 American horror film about a seaside community terrorised by creatures created by radioactive sludge. The movie was co-produced and directed by Del Tenney, which he himself described as “a take-off on beach parties and musicals” from a screenplay by Richard Hilliard (also the cinematographer). The movie stars John…

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On July 22, 1966, The Horror of Party Beach debuted in Mexico.

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The Horror of Party Beach (1964)

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Artist’s Blog #138 - The Beach Girls and The Monster (1965)

A Groovy Introduction to The Beach Girls and The Monster 

Stereotypes often feel subjective. For me, the 1960s are perfectly captured in The Beach Girls and The Monster. It’s one of my favorite films, and the intro is exactly how I imagine that incredible decade. It sets the tone for the entire movie. Don’t expect a deep storyline, stunning effects, or a cinematic masterpiece—just sit back and enjoy a vintage adventure. If you’re around my age, this might be how you picture 1965 too. For those who actually remember 1965, your experience might be different. If so, share your thoughts in the comments. Now, grab your surfboard—let's go surfing!

1960s Fashion in The Beach Girls and The Monster  

I may have mentioned this before, but I have a confession to make. I often regret certain decisions, especially missed purchases. My wife and I, both antique junkies, were on vacation in Florida when I found a handmade pink and white 1960s bikini. It was priced at $65, and I passed on it. In hindsight, I should have bought it. The Beach Girls and The Monster opens with similar bikinis and classic ‘60s shimmy dancing on a beach to surf rock. At this point, I’m half-expecting the monster to join in the dance. After all, it’s 1965—monsters weren’t exactly terrifying back then, right?

A Retro House Tour in The Beach Girls and The Monster  

Let’s talk about some of the "1960s stuff" in The Beach Girls and The Monster. The house in the movie really caught my attention. According to IMDB, it belonged to the film’s art director, Shirley Rose, and her husband, Henry. Located at 816 Glenmere Way in West Los Angeles, the house is now blurred on Google Maps. You can, however, watch a YouTube video of it today here. I think it was far more impressive in 1965. The view over the city lights of LA from the poolside is breathtaking, even in an old film like this. Inside, the house features a bar with steps leading down to it, allowing a character to serve drinks at the proper level, casually grabbing a Coke from the fridge. The photo below is of the house today.

The house also boasts various 1960s furnishings. Highlights include the eclectic wall textures, unique light fixtures, a pottery kiln, and an unusual doorbell. The rooms feature multiple wall textures—one might be brick, while another has period-patterned wallpaper. The living room fireplace is quite impressive. There’s a wooden wall with a patterned cutout leading into the bar, providing partial visibility into the next room. And there’s what looks like an indoor wind chime, which is actually a doorbell. You can see a similar one here. I’ve never seen one before. It’s clear from these glimpses that the Roses were quite affluent in 1965. Look at the lights I'm referring to in the screenshot below.

Scooby-Doo Vibes in The Beach Girls and The Monster  

Though Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? didn’t premiere until 1969, The Beach Girls and The Monster shares a similar vibe. The monster is obviously someone in a costume—this is clear from the start, especially considering the film was made in 1965. As the plot unfolds, this becomes even more obvious. In the final scenes, a second mask is found, and during a confrontation, the monster’s mask is removed, revealing a man. The "meddling kids" are then in a car chase with the police, ending in one of the most hilariously fake crashes I’ve ever seen. This scene could be from a bad special effects reel. When the son tries to approach the crashed car to check on his father, who was the monster, the cop says, “You can’t get within 50 feet of that vehicle.” And just like that, the film abruptly ends.

Speaking of cheesy effects, the driving scenes deserve a mention. Have you ever seen those old movies where a stationary car is surrounded by projected footage to create the illusion of movement? That’s exactly what The Beach Girls and The Monster does. The film features some standout vehicles, like a '63 Corvette Stingray, a '63 Cadillac Eldorado, and a '59 MG A 1600—all of which look great on screen. I never thought I’d say this, but I actually liked the Stingray more than the Caddy—Wow! Check out all the classic cars in the movie here. The photo below is of a model car but, this is very similar to the Stingray you get to see in The Beach Girls and The Monster.

Surf Culture Highlights in The Beach Girls and The Monster  

Night surfing just doesn’t sound like a good idea—though, to be fair, I’d need to learn how to surf during the day first. If you’re into surf culture, this movie is a must-watch. Here’s why: The Beach Girls and The Monster includes a fair amount of filler. Normally, I’m not a fan of filler, but it works here. The movie features authentic vintage surf footage, projected within a 1960s high-end home, giving viewers a genuine taste of surf culture and ‘60s tech. This pairs perfectly with the movie’s score. The opening song, “Dance Baby Dance,” written by Frank Sinatra Jr., is a catchy surf rock tune. The soundtrack seamlessly transitions between surf rock and music reminiscent of The Pink Panther skulking around.

Naturally, surf rock means beaches, girls, and bikinis—and The Beach Girls and The Monster has them all. This brings us to the film’s most comedic moment: a nighttime beach party. I haven’t laughed this hard in a while at something so poorly executed. Did kids really have beach parties with dancing and bonfires in 1965? If you know, please let me know in the comments. This scene features ventriloquist puppets, annoying voices, spontaneous singing, make-out sessions, and silly glasses with springy eyeballs. Thankfully, this filler segment doesn’t last too long.

Unexplained Twists in The Beach Girls and The Monster    

Like many films, The Beach Girls and The Monster has several unexplained elements that don’t quite add up. For instance, one character is hobbling from an unspecified accident, unable to save a friend from the monster, make out, or even go to work. Yet, he somehow disappears from conversations like a ninja, scales cliffs, and steals cars. When the police arrive, their sudden appearance is unexplained—no one called them, there were no gunshots or screams. Someone, please explain—who called 911?

1960s Beach Party Fun in The Beach Girls and The Monster  

Despite its flaws, The Beach Girls and The Monster has enough 1960s beach party fun to make it a memorable movie from that era. If you watch it expecting a fun, nostalgic trip filled with shimmy dancing and a goofy monster, you’re in for a great movie night. But if you’re hoping for scares or suspense, you’ll be disappointed. Retro fans, antique collectors, sci-fi enthusiasts, horror history buffs, and vintage surf lovers will likely enjoy this film. You can even watch it for free on YouTube here. If you have answers to any questions I’ve asked in this blog, please share them in the comments.

In conclusion, if you know of other movies like The Beach Girls and The Monster, please share your recommendations. I genuinely enjoyed this one. On an art-related note, the poster for this movie is fantastic—I’d love to frame a copy and display it if I could find one at the right price. Follow my art journey on social media, visit my website, and consider buying my art here. If you liked this blog or the movie, please share it. Peace.

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