Review of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994) by Julian W — 10 Oct 2007

Actually not Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, but not as bad as alleged.

This review of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994) was written by Julian W on 10 Oct 2007.

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein has generally received mixed reviews.

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