The last days of Frankenstein (1931) director James Whale are explored.The last days of Frankenstein (1931) director James Whale are explored.The last days of Frankenstein (1931) director James Whale are explored.
- Won 1 Oscar
- 38 wins & 33 nominations total
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- TriviaThere are five original James Whale drawings in this movie.
- GoofsWhen Clay is in the diner and is about to watch Bride of Frankenstein (1935) on TV, Harry is reading a paperback book but in the next shot, he is reading a pamphlet. And when Clay says, "We're watching the damn movie, Harry," Harry is holding a book again.
- Quotes
James Whale: Ma'am, may I introduce Mr Clayton Boone, my gardener.
Clayton Boone: How do you do? Clay Boone.
Princess Margaret: Quite. I adore gardens.
James Whale: He's never met a princess, only queens.
- Crazy creditsThe character name "Boris Karloff" has the 'TM' symbol next to it, meaning it's trademarked.
- ConnectionsEdited into She's Alive! Creating the Bride of Frankenstein (1999)
- SoundtracksJust Might Be Tonight
Written by Spencer Proffer and Steve Plunkett
Performed by Johnny Spark
Produced and Arranged by Spencer Proffer and Steve Plunkett
Featured review
Beautiful Masterpiece, with capital letters
I would run out of adjectives if I tried to convey the magnificence of this film in written form. Every single aspect of it is simply superb; from more technical aspects like the photography, the editing, the music, to Bill Condon's wonderful screenplay and direction, and the extraordinary performances by all three leads, it's nothing short of astounding. If it was me giving out the Oscars this would have swept the board. This is one of the works of art that the 90s should be remembered for.
The marvellous tale of how an old, homosexual, educated genius, in the twilight of his life, with a glorious past but also terrible ghosts, first tries to court but ultimately becomes a friend of a simple, young, good hearted man and opens his eyes and his mind with his stories and memories, becoming the turning point of his life, is gripping and moving beyond belief.
Arthouse it may be, due to its reduced budget and complex content, but I can't understand how anyone could fail to be touched by this deeply human story, no matter his or her tastes. I recommend it to anyone who loves sublime cinema.
The marvellous tale of how an old, homosexual, educated genius, in the twilight of his life, with a glorious past but also terrible ghosts, first tries to court but ultimately becomes a friend of a simple, young, good hearted man and opens his eyes and his mind with his stories and memories, becoming the turning point of his life, is gripping and moving beyond belief.
Arthouse it may be, due to its reduced budget and complex content, but I can't understand how anyone could fail to be touched by this deeply human story, no matter his or her tastes. I recommend it to anyone who loves sublime cinema.
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- Apr 16, 2000
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- Also known as
- The Father of Frankenstein
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- Budget
- $10,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $6,451,628
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $75,508
- Nov 8, 1998
- Gross worldwide
- $6,451,628
- Runtime1 hour 45 minutes
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- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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