Introduction by Martin Scorsese! Foreword by Italian Horror Pioneer Riccardo Freda! The Complete Story of Mario Bava's life and careers as director, cameraman and special effects artist Interviews with more than 100 actors, co-workers, friends and family members The Definitive Study of each of his films: production histories, cast biographies, critical analysis, and video information Never-before Published Photos including the only color shots taken on the set of BLACK SUNDAY Original Mario Bava Storyboards - including the boards for the unfilmed project BABY KONG Original Mario Bava Artwork - Some in Full Color! Bava's Secret Filmography: His uncredited works as director, cameraman and special effects artist Complete Videography and Discography Eugenio Bava (Mario's father) Filmography Winner of 2008 Saturn Award for Special Achievement Independent Publishers Book Award Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Award International Horror Guild Award