National Theatre Live: Frankenstein(2011)
Overview
Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.
Director
Danny Boyle
Studio
National Theatre
Cast
Benedict Cumberbatch
as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein
Jonny Lee Miller
as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein
Ella Smith
as Gretel / Clarice
Naomie Harris
as Elizabeth Lavenza
George Harris
as M. Frankenstein
Karl Johnson
as De Lacey
Daniel Millar
as Felix de Lacey
Lizzie Winkler
as Agatha de Lacey
Andreea Păduraru
as Female Creature
William Nye
as William Frankenstein / Ensemble
Mark Armstrong
as Rab
John Stahl
as Ewan
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2011
Runtime
2h 10m
Language
English
Rating
7.7 / 10
Production Companies
National Theatre
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Where can I watch National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?▼
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What is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein about?▼
Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.
Who directed National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?▼
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein was directed by Danny Boyle and released in 2011. It is a drama, horror, science fiction film.
How long is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?▼
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
Who stars in National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?▼
The cast of National Theatre Live: Frankenstein includes Benedict Cumberbatch as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein, Jonny Lee Miller as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein, Ella Smith as Gretel / Clarice, Naomie Harris as Elizabeth Lavenza, George Harris as M. Frankenstein and more.
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