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
Gods and Monsters
This human drama by talented director Bill Condon is an emotional masterpiece! Based from Christopher Bram's novel, Gods and Monsters depicts the last days of famed director James Whales and his flourishing relationship with his gardener Clayton Boone. Ian McKellen plays the ill-fated director haunted by painful memories of the past while Brendan Fraser, in a very serious role, is the man from which Whales finds peace.
Director Bill Condon is especially remarkable with his use of flashbacks to delineate James Whales' haunting past and imageries from the late director's own creations. He makes his audiences feel the growing bond between Whales and Boone, and effectively touches his audiences during the director's tragic end. Though this episode is a predictable story, it makes us explore within ourselves the Gods and Monsters of our lives.
I'm surprised that the Academy ignored Ian McKellen and Brendan Fraser for their extremely fine performances. Ian McKellen gives an outstanding performance as the late director while Brendan Fraser fully shines in the film's climax. Lynn Redgrave is also commendable for her light performance as Hanna, the maid.
This is superbly recommended for anyone looking for a film loaded with emotions
This human drama by talented director Bill Condon is an emotional masterpiece! Based from Christopher Bram's novel, Gods and Monsters depicts the last days of famed director James Whales and his flourishing relationship with his gardener Clayton Boone. Ian McKellen plays the ill-fated director haunted by painful memories of the past while Brendan Fraser, in a very serious role, is the man from which Whales finds peace.
Director Bill Condon is especially remarkable with his use of flashbacks to delineate James Whales' haunting past and imageries from the late director's own creations. He makes his audiences feel the growing bond between Whales and Boone, and effectively touches his audiences during the director's tragic end. Though this episode is a predictable story, it makes us explore within ourselves the Gods and Monsters of our lives.
I'm surprised that the Academy ignored Ian McKellen and Brendan Fraser for their extremely fine performances. Ian McKellen gives an outstanding performance as the late director while Brendan Fraser fully shines in the film's climax. Lynn Redgrave is also commendable for her light performance as Hanna, the maid.
This is superbly recommended for anyone looking for a film loaded with emotions
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- 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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- 2.39 : 1
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