Frankenstein

Frankenstein

Year: 1992

Runtime: 117 mins

Language: English

Director: David Wickes

Science FictionHorrorTV Movie

Dr. Frankenstein unlocks life's secret to create a perfect, disease‑immune man. The experiment fails and his monstrous creation flees into the night. Assuming it will die, he later learns it survived and pursues it to the Arctic, where creator and creation clash in a deadly struggle for mastery over each other's fate.

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Timeline & Setting – Frankenstein (1992)

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Time period

1795, Modern day

The story begins in 1795, during the late 18th century, a period marked by scientific curiosity and Gothic horror themes. It transitions into the modern era, reflecting a shift from classical monstrous creation to advanced scientific experiments and supernatural battles, illustrating a timeline that crosses centuries of human and supernatural history.

Location

Arctic, Cathedral, Wessex Institute, Abandoned Theater

The movie spans multiple locations including icy Arctic landscapes, ancient cathedrals, and a modern industrial institute. The Arctic emphasizes the isolation and relentless pursuit, while the cathedral and institute serve as centers of supernatural and scientific conflict. These places highlight the contrasts between faith, science, and the supernatural forces at play.

❄️ Cold 🏰 Gothic 🏭 Industrial 🕍 Sacred

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Main Characters – Frankenstein (1992)

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Adam (Frankenstein)

Created by Victor Frankenstein and later named Adam by the gargoyle queen, he embodies the creature torn between his origins and his own moral compass. As a defender against demons, he exhibits resilience, strength, and a developing sense of self.

💪 Strong 🧠 Intelligent 🥀 Tragic

Leonore

The gargoyle queen who reveals the creature's divine purpose and invites him to join her in defending humanity. She is compassionate, ruler-like, and dedicated to her celestial duties, risking much to protect her species and allies.

👑 Leader 🦅 Wise 💖 Protector

Gideon

Second-in-command among the gargoyles, tasked with trading Adam and later fighting to defend their cause. Ruthless and committed, he is quick to act but shows moments of loyalty and sacrifice.

⚔️ Warrior 🤝 Loyal 🔥 Fierce

Naberius (Demon Prince)

The primary antagonist aiming to harness reanimation for destruction, Naberius is cunning, ruthless, and manipulative. Disguised as a billionaire, he manipulates science and dark forces to resurrect armies for apocalyptic goals.

👹 Evil 🧪 Manipulative 🖤 Power-hungry

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Major Themes – Frankenstein (1992)

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🧟‍♂️ Resurrection

Resurrection is a central theme as it explores the reanimation of corpses and the creation of monsters through both scientific and supernatural means. The film examines the ethical and moral implications of bringing the dead back to life and the chaos that ensues from such power.

⚔️ Good vs Evil

The ongoing battle between angels, demons, gargoyles, and monsters symbolizes the eternal struggle between good and evil. The characters are caught in conflicts that question morality, loyalty, and sacrifice as they strive to protect or destroy humanity.

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