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Victor Frankenstein is a promising young doctor who, devastated by the death of his mother during childbirth, becomes obsessed with bringing the dead back to life. His experiments lead to the creation of a monster, which Frankenstein has put together with the remains of corpses. It's not long before Frankenstein regrets his actions.
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994) is a drama, horror, science fiction and romance film directed by Kenneth Branagh, released on November 4, 1994 with a runtime of 2h 3m. It stars Robert De Niro, Kenneth Branagh, Tom Hulce and Helena Bonham Carter. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 1,408 ratings.
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Behind the Scenes
Robert De Niro
as The Creature / Sharp Featured Man
Kenneth Branagh
as Victor Frankenstein
Tom Hulce
as Henry Clerval
Helena Bonham Carter
as Elizabeth
Aidan Quinn
as Cap. Robert Walton
Ian Holm
as Baron Frankenstein
Richard Briers
as Grandfather
John Cleese
as Prof. Waldman
Robert Hardy
as Prof. Krempe
Cherie Lunghi
as Caroline Beaufort Frankenstein
Celia Imrie
as Mrs. Moritz
Trevyn McDowell
as Justine
Directed by Kenneth Branagh, written by Mary Shelley, Frank Darabont and Steph Lady, produced by Francis Ford Coppola, James V. Hart and John Veitch.
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 1,408 ratings.
Excellent version of an enduring classic This is not a monster movie in any shallow slasher sense. It probes and contemplates some eternal questions humans have been pondering for thousands of years, set in a time when so many things we know today were yet unknown, adding to the mystery and horror of the situations that occurred. This movie has pathos, sumptuous sets, costumes and screenplay, some utterly…
Reviewed on April 2, 2017
***Gothic mania with Kenneth Branagh, Robert DeNiro and Helena Bonham Carter*** Kenneth Branagh's 1994 version of the oft-filmed Frankenstein story was the most faithful to Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel up to that point, which explains its name. It features fine actors and looks great (sets, costumes, locations, etc). There are several quality scenes, like the creature's time spent with the peasant family where his…
Reviewed on December 15, 2019
Kenneth Branagh made quite an artistic hit with his first film **HENRY V**. Next, he had great critical and financial success with his popcorn flick,** DEAD AGAIN**! The success of both of those films meant he could take on any project he wanted. He chose **MARY SHELLY'S FRANKENSTEIN**. He would return to direct and star as Victor Frankenstein. He would bring along many of his friends including Patrick Doyle to add…
Reviewed on February 4, 2022
This could have been a far better interpretation of the wonderful story of the man-monster but it lacks potency. Frequently a problem when one of the stars is also the director; the focus becomes a bit blurred and in this - despite the super performance of Robert de Niro in the title role - the result is a rather meandering story devoid of the usual swathe of emotions "Frankenstein" usually evokes. Aiden Quinn is…
Reviewed on August 26, 2023
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The main cast of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994) includes Robert De Niro, Kenneth Branagh, Tom Hulce, Helena Bonham Carter and Aidan Quinn. The film was directed by Kenneth Branagh. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein was released on November 4, 1994 and runs for 2h 3m.
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 1,408 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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