Review of National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) by Jane C — 17 Jun 2012

Watched the version with cumberbatch as the creature. possibly the best adaptation of the novel i've ever seen.

This review of National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) was written by Jane C on 17 Jun 2012.

National Theatre Live: Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Adam C (1,312) on 31 Oct 2013

I saw the performance with Benedict Cumberbatch playing the monster. Had I have been in the theatre, I would've given a standing ovation…

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By Niloo R (200) on 02 Oct 2014

Pure Brilliance!!!! Creative script. Award winning performances. Perfect direction. Amazing sets and lights. Beautiful music. Perfection…

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By Elizabeth J (52) on 19 Oct 2011

One of the most brilliant things I have ever seen!!! I am especially pleased I had the opportunity to see both versions…

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By Brittanie M (39) on 20 Dec 2012

Very, very good…

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By Vicki R (26) on 23 Mar 2013

I had watched both versions where Cumberbatch and Miller switch the roles of e Creature and Dr. Frankenstein and both are breathtaking…

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By Sarah R (607) on 16 Jun 2012

Fantastic, Benedict was excellent as the monster…

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By Tarma T (13) on 11 Nov 2014

I don't know if I hate it more when I feel like the only one who loves something, or the only one who hates something…

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By Autumn Y (6) on 15 Jun 2012

Saw both casting versions…

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By Tara A (177) on 05 Jun 2012

It completely blew me away…

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By Sarah M (1,063) on 16 Jun 2012

Just saw the version with Benedict Cumberbatch as the creature…

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