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The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster(2002)
Status: Released
Date: 2002-11-01
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Time: 0h 45m
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The history of Frankenstein's journey from novel to stage to screen to icon.
Languages: English.
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United States of America
Movie: The 'Frankenstein' Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster
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David J. Skal
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Rudy Behlmer
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Rick Baker
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Donald F. Glut
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Bill Condon
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The history of Frankenstein's journey from novel to stage to screen to icon.
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2002-11-01
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