Review of The Horror of Frankenstein (1970) by Jacynthe L — 14 Jul 2005

Ignore the title of this one. There's very little horror to be found. Despite what some say, it is definitely not a prequel to the Hammer Frankenstein series, and in fact does not figure into the continuity of that series in any way, though word has it that Hammer was hoping for a new series starring Ralph Bates. This film is actually intended as a parody of Hammer's other Frankenstein films. If you like Re-Animator, you should like this. Same basic film, same type of humor, just a slightly different setting and a different star.

The monster doesn't figure very largely in this film. Mostly it's about Victor's madness and experiments and the cruelty he inflicts on the people around him. Anyway, I had a good time, and I hope you will too.