Krites. Critters. La Criaturas. Whatever you call them, you are what they eat! Join author Matthew C. DuPée for an unprecedented journey behind the scenes of the legendary Critters franchise. Packed with new insights and rare photos, WE’RE HERE FOR THE KRITES is the most exhaustive exploration of the long-running horror/sci-fi series ever attempted. The book features candid new interviews with the directors, stars, and effects makers behind the movies, some of whom have never spoken publicly before about their experiences on set!

WE’RE HERE FOR THE KRITES features:

40+ new interviews, all exclusive to this book!
100+ rare photos spanning all five films!
A history of the Krite creation process!
Coverage of alternate and deleted scenes!
Tales from set design and prop fabrication!
Call sheets, film schedules, and premiere invites!
Harrowing stories of on-set mishaps and follies!
New details on studio interference/influence!
A retrospective look back at “Power of the Night!”
A memorial tribute to creator Brian Domonic Muir
Tips on how to care for your pet Krite *

* Just kidding. Good pets Krites do not make.

Matthew C. DuPée is the author of A Scary Little Christmas: A History of Yuletide Horror Films, 1972-2020 released through McFarland Books. Brought up on a steady diet of classic and contemporary horror films in the early 80s, Matthew eventually attended Point Park University and graduated with a degree in film and video production in 2002. He has also written for Rue Morgue, Morbidly Beautiful, Offscreen, and Bright Lights Film Journal. He lives outside of Annapolis, Maryland with his wife, two children, and beloved Chihuahua-pitbull, Bella. Matthew continues his research into cult film history and is working on several additional projects, including a book examining the fascinating story behind the making of Albert Pyun’s post-apocalyptic rock-opera, Radioactive Dreams.