Featuring chronological reviews of more than 300 zombie films�from 1932's White Zombie to George A. Romero's 2008 release Diary of the Dead�this thorough, uproarious guide traces the evolution of one of horror cinema�s most popular and terrifying creations. Fans will learn exactly what makes a zombie a zombie, go behind the scenes with a chilling production diary from Land of the Dead, peruse a bizarre list of the oddest things ever seen in undead cinema, and immerse themselves in a detailed rundown of the 25 greatest zombie films ever made. Containing an illustrated zombie rating system, ranging from "Highly Recommended" to "Avoid at All Costs" and "So Bad It�s Good," the book also features lengthy interviews with numerous talents from in front of and behind the camera.