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Frankenstein

Name: Frankenstein
Director: Glenn Jordan
Released: 1973
Duration: 180 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1973

Director

Glenn Jordan

Runtime

180 minutes

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This adaptation of Frankenstein functions as a traditionalist character study of scientific hubris. It prioritizes historical genre conventions and established social hierarchies over any modern subversion of identity. The film remains firmly rooted in the social parameters of its era. It lacks intentionality regarding the way different parts of someone's identity overlap, focusing instead on the classical themes of the source material. While the Creature offers a lens into social exclusion, the production's overall approach is conservative, reinforcing standard Western demographic and gendered structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Frankenstein have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional Gothic framework focused on heterosexual romance. There is no presence of non-binary or LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex intimacy.

How does Frankenstein portray gender?

Limited

Female characters like Elizabeth are relegated to domestic roles or positions of vulnerability. The narrative drive is almost exclusively maintained by the male protagonist, Victor.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Frankenstein?

Minimal

Set in a historical European context, the casting reflects homogeneous demographic norms. The production maintains a traditional Western racial profile consistent with the setting.

How does Frankenstein represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores the tension between science and religious boundaries through the 'playing God' cliché. It adheres to established Western moral frameworks and cautionary tales.

Does Frankenstein include disability representation?

Fair

The Creature provides a deep exploration of physical otherness and social alienation. However, the portrayal often relies on the 'tragic figure' cliché to drive narrative pathos.

Present on Screen

The Creature provides a significant exploration of physical otherness and the experience of social alienation.
The film maintains a consistent historical atmosphere through its adherence to period-appropriate social norms.

Limited or Absent

Female characters lack a significant role in driving the story and are primarily positioned as victims or domestic figures.
The casting lacks ethnic diversity, reflecting a very homogeneous Western demographic.
The narrative relies on traditional clichés rather than challenging existing social or gendered structures.

Official Synopsis

A scientist obsessed with creating life steals body parts to put together his "creation." Released as a feature on video, this was originally shown in two installments on TV as part of the Wide World of Entertainment series.

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