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The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster
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The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster

1999-01-01 · 45 min · ★ 7.7

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The history of Frankenstein's journey from novel to stage to screen to icon.

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Directors
David J. Skal
Production companies
Universal Studios Home Video
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

David J. SkalDavid J. SkalHost - Self
Rudy BehlmerRudy BehlmerSelf
Sara KarloffSara KarloffSelf
Bob MadisonSelf
Rick BakerRick BakerSelf
Donald F. GlutDonald F. GlutSelf
Ivan ButlerSelf
Jan-Christopher HorakSelf
Bill CondonBill CondonSelf
Richard GordonSelf
Gregory W. MankSelf
Paul M. JensenSelf
Boris KarloffBoris KarloffSelf (archive footage)
Dwight David FryeSelf

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