Books by Mark Vieira

It's classic Hollywood -- uncensored. This is the ultimate guide to the "Pre-Code" era of early filmmaking (1930-1934), whose strikingly modern themes and characters inspired a cult following and serve as a perfect entree to classic film for contemporary audiences.

The cinematic art of film noir-the dark, fascinating American movie genre that started 75 years ago, was rediscovered in the'70s, and has a worldwide cult following today-is showcased through hundreds of stunning photos and profiles of the genre's best told through the voices of filmmakers, actors, and reporters of the era. Part of Turner Classic Movies publishing program!