Robert Florey was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer, known for his work in the early to mid-20th century. He was born on September 15, 1900, in Paris, France, and later moved to the United States. Florey directed several notable films, including the 1935 adaptation of Frankenstein, which was initially intended to be a part of the Universal Pictures horror series. Florey also collaborated with prominent figures in the film industry, such as Bela Lugosi and Humphrey Bogart. Throughout his career, he worked on various genres, including horror, drama, and comedy, contributing to the development of early cinema. He passed away on July 2, 1979, in Los Angeles, California.