La maldición de Frankenstein
Director: Jesús Franco
Actors: Alberto Dalbés, Dennis Price, Howard Vernon
PlotIn the 19th century, a determined scientist named Dr. Frankenstein devotes himself to challenging the boundaries of life and death. Obsessively conducting gruesome experiments, he meticulously collects body parts and pieces from graves, working tirelessly to assemble a human-like creature. Dr. Frankenstein's unsettling behavior and secretive activities start to raise suspicions among the villagers and local authorities. His loyal assistant, Morpho, assists him in his dark quest, but Frankenstein's obsessive ambition strains their relationship and blurs the line between science and madness.
As Dr. Frankenstein nears the completion of his incredible but terrifying creation, unintended consequences begin to surface, complicating his endeavor. Despite warnings and escalating tension in the community, he remains fixated on giving life to his creature, ultimately confronting unforeseen challenges that could jeopardize everything he has worked for. The atmospheric tension builds as moral and ethical dilemmas come to the forefront, leading to a climactic moment that tests the limits of humanity and scientific endeavor alike.
Writers: Jesús Franco, Mary Shelley
Release Date: 31 May 1973
Runtime: 94 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: Spain, France
Language: English, Spanish, French
Home Video Reviews
Franco's 'Exorcism' offers cult appeal despite its low-budget origins, yet the Blu-ray's mediocre audio and video quality and minimal extras may disappoint some.
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