Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

Name: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein
Released: 1994-11-04T00:00:00-05:00

R 1994 Drama, Horror, Romance, Science Fiction · 2h 3m

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Victor Frankenstein is a promising young doctor who, devastated by the death of his mother during childbirth, becomes obsessed with bringing the dead back to life. His experiments lead to the creation of a monster, which Frankenstein has put together with the remains of corpses. It's not long before Frankenstein regrets his actions.

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About Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

Driven by the agonizing loss of his mother, the brilliant young doctor Victor Frankenstein becomes consumed with conquering death. His relentless experiments lead him down a dark path, culminating in the creation of a monstrous being pieced together from corpses. Horrified by his creation, Frankenstein abandons it, setting in motion a tragic chain of events as the Creature, alone and rejected, seeks understanding and revenge against his creator. The film explores the devastating consequences of playing God and the profound ethical implications of scientific ambition.

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Directed by Kenneth Branagh, who also stars as the driven Victor Frankenstein. Robert De Niro delivers a haunting performance as the Creature, embodying both its monstrous appearance and its profound loneliness. Helena Bonham Carter portrays Elizabeth, Victor's adopted sister and love interest, whose fate is tragically intertwined with the Creature's. Aidan Quinn plays Captain Walton, whose arctic expedition frames the narrative. Tom Hulce appears as Henry Clerval, Victor's loyal friend and confidant. Ian Holm takes on the role of Victor's father, Baron Frankenstein.

What people like about Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

Audiences and critics alike praised the film's ambition, its faithfulness to the source material (while still taking creative liberties), and the powerful performances of the lead actors. Many highlighted De Niro's portrayal of the Creature as particularly moving, emphasizing the character's inherent humanity despite its grotesque appearance. The film's visual style and elaborate production design were also frequently lauded for their ability to transport viewers to the dark and atmospheric world of Mary Shelley's novel. Some viewers appreciated the film's willingness to explore the philosophical and ethical complexities of the story, making it more than just a typical horror film.

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Movie Score

64%

Released

November 4, 1994

Director

Kenneth Branagh

Cast

Robert De Niro, Kenneth Branagh, Tom Hulce, Helena Bonham Carter, Aidan Quinn, Ian Holm

Genre

Drama, Horror, Romance, Science Fiction

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