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Frankenstein (1931)
An obsessed scientist assembles a living being from parts of exhumed corpses.
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Director:
James WhaleWriters:
John L. Balderston (based upon the composition by), Mary Shelley (from the novel by), Peggy Webling (adapted from the play by), Garrett Fort (screen play), Francis Edward Faragoh (screen play), Richard Schayer (scenario editor)All Cast & Crew
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4 wins & 3 nominations.Reviews & Commentary
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Did You Know?
Trivia
Boris Karloff is considered a late bloomer in Hollywood. Frankenstein (1931) premiered when he was 44 years old.
Quotes
Dr. Henry Frankenstein:
Down! Down, you fool!
Goofs
During the chase, when the Monster first spots Dr. Frankenstein, Frankenstein's torch switches hands between shots. Then, when the two make eye contact, Frankenstein raises the torch about level with his head, but in the next shot it is about level with his shoulder.
Crazy Credits
In closing credits: A good cast is worth repeating
Alternate Versions
In the original theatre version, the ending score continued on over a black screen. The score was truncated for television prints. Recent video releases have restored the music but the ending cast list is held on screen until the music ends.
Soundtracks
Grand Appassionato(uncredited)
Music by Giuseppe Becce
[End title & end cast music]
Storyline
Plot Summary
Synopsis (WARNING: Spoilers)
Genres
Drama | Horror | Sci-FiDetails
Release Date:
21 November 1931Language
English, Latin
Country of Origin
USAFilming Locations
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park - 10700 W. Escondido Canyon Rd., Agua Dulce, California, USABox Office
Budget:
$291,000 (estimated)Gross:
$12,000,000 (USA)
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