Victor Halperin
- Known for
- Directing
- Born
- August 24, 1895
- Died
- May 17, 1983
- Birthplace
- Chicago, Illinois, USA
Victor Hugo Halperin (August 24, 1895 – May 17, 1983) was an American filmmaker and actor active during the early to mid-20th century. He is best known for directing White Zombie (1932), considered the first feature-length zombie film. His work often delved into horror and supernatural themes, contributing to the genre's development during its formative years.
Filmography
Girls' Town 1942
Director
Buried Alive 1939
Director
Torture Ship 1939
Director
Nation Aflame 1937
Story, Director
Racing Blood 1936
Director
Revolt of the Zombies 1936
Director, Writer
I Conquer the Sea! 1936
Director
Bachelor Bait 1934
Story
Supernatural 1933
Producer, Director
White Zombie 1932
Director
Ex-Flame 1930
Director, Writer
Party Girl 1930
Director, Scenario Writer, Producer
She Goes to War 1929
Producer
In Borrowed Plumes 1926
Director, Producer
The Unknown Lover 1925
Writer, Director
School for Wives 1925
Director, Producer, Scenario Writer
Greater Than Marriage 1924
Director, Writer
When a Girl Loves 1924
Director, Writer, Producer
Tea- With a Kick! 1923
Story
The Danger Point 1922
Story
Credits from TMDB.