Frankenstein
1931 · USA · 71m
Karloff in Jack Pierce's makeup, and the flat head is a copyrighted design rather than anything from the novel.
Director · 3 films
3 films directed by James Whale are catalogued in the ledger, from 1931 to 1935. Countries of origin: USA. The most common subgenres here are gothic (3), body horror (1) and haunted house (1). The best-documented entries are Frankenstein (1931), Bride of Frankenstein (1935) and The Old Dark House (1932).
Karloff in Jack Pierce's makeup, and the flat head is a copyrighted design rather than anything from the novel.
James Whale between the two Frankensteins, having a wonderful time, and Karloff is the least of it.
The Universal cycle's best film. Whale is openly funny and openly on the monster's side.