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Frankenstein

Name: Frankenstein
Director: Bernard Rose
Released: 2015
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2015

Director

Bernard Rose

Runtime

89 minutes

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Bernard Rose's adaptation relocates the Frankenstein story from its traditional European setting to a contemporary Tokyo backdrop. This change offers a new, non-Western viewpoint on the themes of isolation and creation. However, the film's impact is constrained by its narrow focus on a single male perspective. The narrative remains centered around a man's obsessive viewpoint, limiting the exploration of diverse identities. While the film introduces a diverse cast and setting, the traditional portrayal of gender roles and the lack of LGBTQ+ representation hinder its potential for broader inclusivity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Frankenstein have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. The main emotional focus is on a man's obsession with a dead woman.

How does Frankenstein portray gender?

Limited

The film follows traditional gender roles where women are portrayed as objects of scientific study rather than having their own choices.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Frankenstein?

Excellent

The film stands out by using a primarily Japanese cast and setting it in Tokyo. This shifts the focus away from the usual Western settings and provides a fresh perspective.

How does Frankenstein represent religion and culture?

Good

The story focuses on a secular, technology-driven exploration of life, framing the protagonist's behavior as a reaction to personal loss and ethical dilemmas.

Does Frankenstein include disability representation?

Fair

The monster in the film explores physical differences and non-verbal communication. However, the portrayal emphasizes existential dread over giving the monster more depth and ability to act.

Present on Screen

The film brings a fresh, non-Western perspective to the classic Frankenstein narrative.
It successfully shifts the setting to Tokyo, providing a unique cultural backdrop.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional gender roles, presenting women as passive subjects of study.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships.
The portrayal of the monster focuses more on existential dread than on its nuanced character development.

Official Synopsis

After he is artificially created, then left for dead by a husband-and-wife team of eccentric scientists, Adam is confronted with nothing but aggression and violence from the world around him. This perfect creation-turned disfigured monster must come to grips with the horrific nature of humanity.

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