Review of Son of Frankenstein (1939) by John K — 13 Jul 2011
Baron Wolf von Frankenstein comes to the infamous castle to collect his inheritence and there he finds Ygor and a comatose monster. Inspiried by his father's work, Wolf sets about trying to heal the monster.
Lugosi steals the show with an elaborate and subtlely funny (unintentional?) Ygor, his delivery laced with menace and inuendo. Rathbone also delivers - particularly when he is trying to act nonchalant, as if the moster isn't running amok and killing again.
The production values in this 3rd Universal Frankenstein film are really impressive, particularly when compared to the previous films. This one obviously had unprecidented financial backing evident in terrific set design and monster effects.
What's more, the third film has a rather inspired story with engaging characters and well managed suspense. As classic era films go, I would argue this one over even the over-referenced Bride of Frankenstein in terms of fluid storytelling and a fabulous climax.
This review of Son of Frankenstein (1939) was written by John K on 13 Jul 2011.
Son of Frankenstein has generally received positive reviews.
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