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    Frankenstein Movie Vs Book

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    Frankenstein, “…wasn't expected to be a popular film, much less a breakout role for the unknown actor”, Boris Karloff, also known as Frankenstein (Biography.com). James Whale, and starred Colin Clive and Mae Clarke, which is based on the best-selling novel, Frankenstein, written by Shelley, released Frankenstein in 1931. It is a story of a young scientist trying to create life after one has died and the struggles and drama that come along with that. Even after 86 years, Frankenstein is still remembered as the best horror film of that time because of the impressive story of the monster who came alive, the astounding set design, and the incredible acting done by the actors like Boris Karloff as Frankenstein, Colin Clive as Henry Frankenstein,…

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    It is such a specific genre, but they are so good. In particular, I love the ones coming out of Universal in the 1930s through 1950s. What I enjoy most about the genre is the extravagant characters, amazing set design, and the themes. The characters in these films are truly larger than life and nothing short of iconic. Bela Lugosi's Dracula is over-the-top in the most amazing ways. His voice and his costume will live in the halls of cinema for eternity. In the same movie, Edward Van…

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    Frankenstein's monster is one of the most iconic images of pop culture in the western world. Everyone knows the iconic giant, bright green, flat-headed monster with bolts and a forehead scar. This character is seen everywhere from every decade since the first book. But where does this image of the monster come from? As it turns out, Boris Karloff’s portrayal as Frankenstein’s monster in a series of Universal horror films in the 1930’s has shaped the perception of the monster far more than Mary…

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    to join human society. He learns that people can communicate with each other through sounds and immediately wants to learn (137). Once Rick finds his way to the De Lacey 's, his education grows. First he learns the ways and habits of humans through the DeLacy 's interactions. He slowly begins learning their language, and with the aid of some handily placed books such as Paradise Lost, Plutarch 's Lives, and the Sorrows of Werter, he delves into the culture, philosophy, and history of the human…

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    When one is asked to think of their idea of a monster, they usually come up with something along the lines of no emotions, no remorse, and pure disgust. On the contrary, two prominent novels in literature, Grendel by John Gardner and Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, claim that monsters can indeed show emotions and the ability to reason as a normal human being. Both novels introduce a physically hideous monster on the outside, isolated from the rest of the world. These two creatures are shown to…

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    In his attempt to create a new being, Frankenstein (who is the scientist, NOT the monster), is successful. That is, he is successful until he allows his creation 's innocence to be tainted by the relentless savagery that is reality. As a result, Frankenstein 's creation becomes Frankenstein 's monster, defiled by hatred and the need for revenge. Not only did the destruction of Frankenstein’s creation’s innocence occur in Shelley’s novel but Victor Frankenstein himself turned into a monster…

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    Frankenstein, written by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, follows Victor Frankenstein’s journey as he attains the necessary education and understanding of the human anatomy to be able to breath life back to an empty vessel. Inevitably creating the Frankenstein monster, an absolutely atrocious and terrifying abomination. Gradually Frankenstein learns of his peculiar inception and understands why his life is full of mistrust and misunderstanding, eventually leading him to seek revenge against Victor’s…

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    Victor is the true villain of the story. Based off of his creature 's looks, he was disgusted and left him all on his own. The creation wasn 't nurtured and "raised" to act morally so he was forced to teach himself everything. Although it wasn 't right for the monster to blame all of his decisions on Victor, he was right about the fact that he deserved to be nurtured and treated humanely and taught how to live in the real world. Plus, Victor went back on his word when it came to creating the…

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    century slaves such as Equiano, the Creature equates education with high-society (661). However, neither of the attempts on the part of the Creature or Equiano are successful, as their physical boundaries are superior to their intellect. From the moment that the Creature is first erected, he is immediately seen as inferior due to his appearance by Frankenstein, his creator. Frankenstein describes the Creature as having “yellow skin,” “lustrous, black and flowing hair” and “watery eyes.” People…

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    Although it may seem otherwise, Victor Frankenstein and the creature share many of the same traits and qualities. Both Victor and the creature experience isolation from the world, along with sadness and loneliness. They both have a passion for knowledge and learning, as well as a curiosity for life. Lastly, they both lack close and loving relationships, causing them to act spiteful and vengeful. Overall, the parallels between Victor and his creation grow more apparent throughout the novel…

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