Frankenstein (1931)

It’s alive!! This week we’re getting down and dirty with the resurrection men to retrieve bodies for reanimation, then sitting back to watch the horror unfold in James Whale’s 1931 adaptation of Frankenstein. We all know that Frankenstein’s the doctor and his creation’s the creature, right? But which one’s the monster? We try to untangle this conundrum while examining the film as an early example of queer cinema, before tackling the real burning question… why on earth did they rename him Henry???

Also

• Gould somehow found time in her Shocktober challenge to catch up with a comedy classic

• Saltburn, The Lesson and The Creator

• The relentless movie factory that was the studio system blows our minds

“Even some of the most respected publications say Frankenstein and are referring to the monster” - Gould

“It’s interesting how we’ve moved on, because I wouldn’t have a problem showing this movie to anyone over the age of about eight.” - Ed

“It made me cry. And you know how I don’t like to feel my feelings.” - Gould

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Jurassic Park 🔗 Frankenstein.
John Hammond’s hubristic desire to play God to Henry Frankenstein’s identical hubris.

CONTENT WARNING – The film deals with death and resurrection, including the death of a child. We also touch on director James Whale’s suicide.

SPOILER WARNING – Bride of Frankenstein

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