Of Gods and Monsters: A Critical Guide to Universal Studios’

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Of Gods and Monsters: A Critical Guide to Universal Studios’ Science Fiction, Horror and Mystery Films, 1929–1939

While Universalâ€™s Dracula and Frankenstein (both 1931) have received the most coverage of any of the studioâ€™s genre releases, it is the lesser known films that have long fascinated fans and historians alike. Starting with The Last Warning, a 1929 movie released as both a silent and a talkie, Universal provided a decade of films that entertained audiences and sometimes frustrated critics.
Each of Universalâ€™s horror, science fiction and â€œtwisted mysteryâ€ films receives an in-depth essay for each film. The focus is first on the background to the making of the movie and its place in the Universal catalog. A detailed plot synopsis with critical commentary follows. Filmographic data for the film conclude the entry. Universalâ€™s The Shadow short film series is covered in an appendix. Many rare illustrations and movie posters are also included.

Of Gods and Monsters: A Critical Guide to Universal Studios’ Science Fiction, Horror and Mystery Films, 1929–1939