The last days of Frankenstein (1931) Director James Whale are explored.
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Ian McKellen | ... | James Whale | |
| Brendan Fraser | ... | Clayton Boone | |
| Lynn Redgrave | ... | Hanna | |
| Lolita Davidovich | ... | Betty | |
| David Dukes | ... | David Lewis | |
| Kevin J. O'Connor | ... | Harry | |
| Mark Kiely | ... | Dwight | |
| Jack Plotnick | ... | Edmund Kay | |
| Rosalind Ayres | ... | Elsa Lanchester | |
| Jack Betts | ... | Boris Karloff | |
| Matt McKenzie | ... | Colin Clive | |
| Todd Babcock | ... | Leonard Barnett | |
| Cornelia Hayes O'Herlihy | ... | Princess Margaret | |
| Brandon Kleyla | ... | Young Whale | |
| Pamela Salem | ... | Sarah Whale | |
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The story of James Whale, the Director of Frankenstein (1931) and Bride of Frankenstein (1935), in the time period following the Korean War. Whale was homosexual, and develops a friendship with his gardener, an ex-Marine. Written by James Fortman <sydb1367@rocketmail.com>
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gay interest | film history | film director | los angeles california | gardener |Parents Guide:
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4 November 1998 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Budget:
$10,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$75,508, 8 November 1998Gross USA:
$6,451,628Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$6,451,628Company Credits
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Hannah: [whispering] She was ugly when I brought her. I not like her. Mr. Jimmy not like her. Better you indicate, Mr. David.
David Lewis: Stop.
Hannah: Shhh.
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Written by Franz Waxman
Published by EMI Robbins/Fidelio Music Publishing
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This movie was shot in only twenty-four days. Filming began on June 30, 1997 in Pasadena, California. Principal photography was completed on July 28, 1997. See more »Goofs
When James Whale invites Clayton for some ice tea, by the time Clayton gets to the door the sweat and most of the dirt on his shirt have disappeared. See more »Quotes
[first lines]Hannah: [whispering] She was ugly when I brought her. I not like her. Mr. Jimmy not like her. Better you indicate, Mr. David.
David Lewis: Stop.
Hannah: Shhh.
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Crazy Credits
The format of the end cast credits, headlined "A Great Cast is Worth Repeating," mirrors the way Universal gave their closing credits when James Whale was directing his horror classics. See more »Soundtracks
Bride of FrankensteinWritten by Franz Waxman
Published by EMI Robbins/Fidelio Music Publishing
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I must confess that I watched this film with some trepidation. I had some preconceived notions about what the film would be like, and fortunately I was completely wrong. This film is well-directed, well-acted, stylish, and has a lot of heart. Ian McKellan plays director James Whale with near perfection, and Brandon Fraser and Lynne Redgrave throw in two almost equally done performances. The life of James Whale was one of many different facets and this film pays homage to most of those facets rather than just focussing on one. The film was done in taste considering the content, and again I must applaud the acting which was top-notch. Yes, much of the film deals with Whales lifestyle and the fact that he was a homosexual, but much of the film also centers on Whale's work with the Universal pictures with some astounding flashbacks. There is a great, witty sense of humour pervading the whole film, as well as many horror genre allusions. A thoroughly enjoyable look into the life of one of the horror genre's greatest directors.