Universal Horrors: The Studio's Classic Films, 1931-1946

Book info: Universal Horrors: The Studio's Classic Films, 1931-1946 (Library Binding, 624 pages) – McFarland & Company, 1990. Language: English.

Universal Studios was to horror films what Warner Bros. was to gangster films during the Golden Age of Hollywood. This book is the definitive study of the 85 films produced during this era and presents a general overview as well. For each film, complete cast lists, credits, storyline, behind-the-scenes information, production history, commentary from the cast and crew, and in-depth critical analysis are included. Generously illustrated.

About the Author Michael Brunas of Palisades Park, New Jersey, is a writer, collector and lifelong fan of the horror film.

The late John Brunas was a lifelong fan of the horror film. He lived in Palisades Park, New Jersey.

Tom Weaver of Sleepy Hollow, New York, has been interviewing moviemakers for 35 years. The New York Times called him a leading scholar in the horror field and USA Today has described him as the king of the monster hunters. Classic Images said he was "the best interviewer we have today." A frequent contributor to film magazines, he has written many books about American popular culture and is also a Blu-ray audio commentator.