Today is the 90^th birthday of Ray Harryhausen, creator and animator of some of the finest monsters in cinema.

In fact in interviews such as this one Harryhausen has always said he prefers the term ‘creature’ to ‘monster’ – an indication of the respect and reverence with which he approached his storytelling.

Each one of his lovingly-crafted stop-motion beasts has character, personality, life: that’s why, even though special effects techniques have changed, his work still looks fresh today.

To celebrate Mr Harryhausen’s birthday a big new exhibition is opening today at The London Film Museum. Hit the link for all the details.

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