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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein

2011Movie2 h 10 minR

DramaHorror
87
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.5Rotten Tomatoes–100%

A deeply moving, philosophical drama movie about technology and the mind, with standout performances and direction.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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Story

Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.

Feels like

  • Psychological Horror
  • Gothic
  • Science Fiction
  • Tragedy
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Monster
  • Moral Dilemma

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Danny Boyle, Tim Van Someren
Written by
Nick Dear
Produced by
Emma Keith
Music by
Karl Hyde, Rick Smith

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Facts

March 17, 2011 · 2 h 10 min · R

Released
March 17, 2011
Runtime
2 h 10 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes
Genres
Drama, Horror, Science Fiction
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?"

Questions about National Theatre Live: Frankenstein

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87 (IMDb 8.5).

Will National Theatre Live: Frankenstein scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

It's more unsettling than scary: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for tension and 7 for uncanny, but 4 for scares.

Can I half-watch National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for complexity.