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Frankenstein

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Frankenstein
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NR,1hr 11min
Genres:
Sci-Fi,Horror
Released:
November 21, 1931
Director:
James Whale
Distributor:
Universal Pictures Company
Starring:
Colin Clive, Mae Clarke, Boris Karloff  ...more
Synopsis: Still regarded as the definitive film version of Mary Shelley's classic tale of tragedy and horror, Frankenstein made unknown character actor Boris Karloff a star and created a new icon of terror. Along with the highly successful Dracula, released earlier the same year, it launched Universal Studio's golden age of 1930s horror movies. The film's greatness stems less from its script than from the stark but moody atmosphere created by director James Whale; Herman Rosse's memorable set designs, particularly ... Full Synopsis
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Dan Jardine, AMG Review
Because Frankenstein created much of the cinematic language of horror films, it has often been imitated (and parodied). Consequently (and ironically), viewers coming to the film today may mistake the conventions that it created for clichés. The mad scientist and his neo-gothic lab, comma-shaped assistant, and rigidly lurching monster were all creations of director James Whale, and all have become movie ... Full Review
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Colin Clive
Henry Frankenstein
Mae Clarke
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Boris Karloff
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