Robert Quarry has been a dear friend for many years, after speaking with him recently during his move to new lodgings, and getting a message from Tim Sullivan, I wanted to share this with you. If you are a fan of Roberts work, and would like to help, I urge you to read on--

Thanks,
-Mark Redfield

A MESSAGE FROM FILMMAKER TIM SULLIVAN:

Anyone who knows me at all knows what a HUGE fan I am of Count Yorga, or rather the fine actor and true gentleman who created the role, Mr. Robert Quarry.


Fellow fans of my generation can relate to the early 70's when American International gave us a new vampire to rival Christopher Lee, and for my money, the two films in which Quarry starred, COUNT YORGA VAMPIRE and RETURN OF COUNT YORGA, not only rival, but surpass nearly all of the Lee Dracula films.


Several years ago, I had the honor to meet and interview Robert for my Shock & Roll column at Upcoming Horror Movies.
After reading the piece, Frank Darabont, he himself a mega Yorga fan, got in touch with me and offered to have new prints struck of both Yorga films, which lead to Frank and I co-hosting a special YORGA double feature at the American Cinematheque. It was an amazing night for all, especially Robert, visibly moved by the large turnout and fan outpouring.


Since then, Robert's health has been up and down, and this past week, after 38 years of independence, Robert moved into the Motion Picture Country House, a community home for senior actors and actresses run by the Motion Picture Fund. It's a lovely place, with a wonderful staff, and an exceptional group of some of the greatest talents both behind and in front of the camera.


If you are a fan of Robert's, a fan of mine, or a horror fan in general, put your money where your mouth is, walk the talk and take a moment to help out one of our own.


Write a letter to Robert letting him know how much you loved him in the Yorga films, or DR. PHIBES RISES AGAIN, DEATHMASTER or MADHOUSE.


Fan mail can be sent to

ROBERT QUARRY
C/O NEW REBELLION ENTERTAINMENT
1366 ½ RIVIERA AVENUE
VENICE, CA 90291

Want an autograph? Go ahead and ask for it-But while you're asking, please give as well. A dedicated autograph photo is only $22.50! And it's all to help Robert!


Blood and Blessings to you All-

Tim Sullivan