1. Figures in a Gothic Landscape -- 2. Variations on a Theme -- 3. Val Lewton Productions -- 4. Nuclear and other Horrors -- 5. The Changing Face of Horror -- 6. Directors and Directions -- 7. Slashers, Serial Killers and the 'Final Girl' -- 8. David Cronenberg and Special Effects -- Conclusion: Where Do We Go From Here?
Summary
An overview of the horror movie genre, this book moves from Dracula in 1931 to contemporary films, and treats recurring characters and themes, as well as key directors
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-211) and index
