Gods and Monsters

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Michael V A portrait of an outrageous friendship. Gods and Monsters is a 1998 period drama film written and directed by Bill Condon, based on Christopher Bram's 1995 novel Father of Frankenstein 👺 An interesting, though sometime uneven biopic … It’s good 🙂 Worth a watch. I’d recommend it if you like this genre 👍🏼 S It's 1957, and James Whale's heyday as the director of "Frankenstein," "Bride of Frankenstein" and "The Invisible Man" is long behind him. Retired and a semi-recluse, he lives his days accompanied only by images from his past. When his dour housekeeper, Hannah, hires a handsome young gardener, the flamboyant director and simple yard man develop an unlikely friendship, which will change them forever. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/27/25 Full Review Martijn t Very interestingly told biopic, where sometimes Whale's movies and his real life mix up in flashbacks. The movie dares to show dark sides of Whale and Boone characters, although in Whale's case the stroke he has had plays a role in that too. Sometimes it is a bit too much of a literary adaptation though, with McKellen giving long monologues clearly lifted right from the book while sitting on a chair. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/27/24 Full Review Andy B A fictional account of the last days of the director James Whale. His life story is told in flash backs, showing us his involvement in World War I and the filming of Bride of Frankenstein. The majority of the film is about the relationship between Whale (Ian McKellen) and the man employed to trim his lawn, Boone (Brendan Fraser). We always expect a considered and powerful performance from McKellen, but at the time Fraser was not really known for serious acting. This shows his range as he virtually matches McKellen and the scenes between the two are both compelling and convincing. Amazing film and I’m glad I finally watched it. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/08/24 Full Review Leaburn O There are good scenes but generally it’s a pointless film that seems very unlikely. Watched on DVD. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 07/04/24 Full Review Farah R It's difficult to dislike a film when the performances are so stellar. Gods and Monsters may be slow and uncomfortable at certain parts, but it's undoubtedly well-crafted and a surprising showcase of Brendan Fraser's terrific acting. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/13/24 Full Review Jerod S No idea that Fraser could actually act. H's befriended by old Hollywood director James Whale (Ian McKellen). Whale created the Frankenstein movies but is trying to hang on to significance as he ages. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/04/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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