A number of thrillers made in the 1920s and 1930s have become available again thanks to new technology. There are a few, however, that remain elusive to most, if not all, movie buffs. This book covers 21 thrillers from those decades that are well-regarded and eagerly sought, but difficult to find—
The Mystery of Dr. Fu Manchu
(1923),
The Unknown Purple
The Sorrows of Satan
(1926),
While London Sleeps
The Monkey Talks
(1927),
The Chinese Parrot
Stark Mad
(1929),
The Unholy Night
High Treason
The Spider
(1931),
Eran Trece
The Monkey's Paw
(1933),
Trick for Trick
Deluge
The Vanishing Shadow
(1934),
The Witching Hour
Double Door
Black Moon
Le Golem
(1936),
The Scarab Murder Case
(1937), and
Sh! The Octopus
(1937). For each film, the author provides such details as the production company, running time, release date(s), cast and production credits, a synopsis, and commentary.