Review of Son of Frankenstein (1939) by Ryan V — 30 Sep 2016

As the title implies, Son of Frankenstein focuses on the scion (Basil Rathbone) of the original mad scientist. The plot kicks into gear when a disturbed shepherd (Bela Lugosi) convinces Frankenstein to revive the original monster.

The results are predictable, and that's reflective on the diminishing returns this movie brings to the screen. As the final appearance of Boris Karloff in his part as the monster, Son of Frankenstein represents an adequate coda for the actor's most famous role.

However, its ability to entertain the viewer depends entirely upon the level of fandom they have for the Universal Monster series.