David J. Skal Movies

Documentary about the real life inspiration behind "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre," serial killer Ed Gein.

From myths to monsters to Twilight. Where did 'Vampire' come from? Where is it today? And where is it going next?

A documentary that explores man's enduring fascination with the vampire legend by examining historical accounts, literary works, and as they are portrayed in film and television.

Documentary recounting the making of Tod Browning's Freaks. Featuring interviews with experts and actual sideshow performers, this film gives a fascinating insight into the cast members, production and public reaction to this controversial classic.

A documentary from Universal about their Phantom of the Opera movies.

A documentary from Universal about the movie Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein.

Actress and neice of Universal Pictures founder Carl Laemmle, Carla Laemmle recounts the events that occured while filming Phantom of the Opera, The (1925). Not too much ground is covered here, although we do learn a few things about the creation of Universal Pictures in 1915.

Video essay about the 1927 film 'The Cat and the Canary'.