Opening Sequences of Frankenstein by James Whale and...

Opening Sequences of Frankenstein by James Whale and Kenneth Branagh Frankenstein Compare the opening sequences of Mary Shelleys novel Frankenstein filmed by James Whale (1931) and Kenneth Branagh (1994). Describe and account for the major differences and similarities between the versions. The gothic horror novel, Frankenstein, was written by Mary Shelley during the Industrial Revolution, which was a period of dramatic change. It was a groundbreaking and controversial novel, exploring subjects previously considered taboo and even more shocking was that this was done by a female author. Frankenstein is a very complex novel illustrating the disastrous consequences when man messes with nature. It is about a young†¦show more content†¦Frankenstein showed tenderness to his creation but it was soon obvious that he had made a mistake and created a horrible creature. He fled the laboratory and on his return found the monster gone. Victor spent the next few months being nursed back to health from a nervous fever by his friend, Clerval. When he returned home he lea rned of his brothers death. He caught sight of his creation and realised that it was responsible for his brothers murder but let his family friend, Justine, carry the blame and was ridden with guilt when she was hanged for the murder. He left his house and went searching the Alpine valleys for his creation. When Frankenstein found the monster it told him of what had happened after it had left Frankensteins laboratory. He had gone to the village where frightened villagers attacked him. Eventually he found refuge in a hovel next to the house of the De Lacey family, which consisted of a blind man and his two children. By observing and listening to the De Lacey family he learnt to speak and read. He felt compassion for the family and did anonymous chores for them. Longing for kindness and compassion, he reveals himself to them and talks to the blind man but when his children return home, terrified by such a monster, they drive it away in horror. Lonely and neglected the monster becomes aggressive and vowsShow MoreRelatedA Comparison of Film Techniques of Two Film Versions of Mary Shelleys Frankenstein1861 Words   |  8 PagesA Comparison of Film Techniques of Two Film Versions of Mary Shelleys Frankenstein Mary Shelley wrote her novel Frankenstein when she was just a young girl of nineteen. She wrote it in 1816, when she went on holiday with her friend, Byron. Byron was already a famous poet, and it was him who suggested that whilst they were away, they should both write a ghost story. At the time it was just a way of passing time and having fun for Mary Shelley, but little did she know thatRead MoreThe Opening Sequences of James Whales 1931 Frankenstein and the Opening sequences of the 1994 film Mary Shelleys Frankenstein1882 Words   |  8 PagesThe Opening Sequences of James Whales 1931 Frankenstein and the Opening sequences of the 1994 film Mary Shelleys Frankenstein Mary Shelley, creator and author of Frankenstein. Mother to thousands of different versions of the original text, first put pen to paper in 1818. Thousands of directors have since embarked upon producing their versions of Frankenstein. James Whale. Kenneth Branagh. A mere two directors to produce their versions of the gothic horror taleRead MoreMary Shelleys Frankenstein Different Film Techniques Essay1849 Words   |  8 PagesMary Shelleys Frankenstein Different Film Techniques Compare and contrast the way in which the directors of Mary Shelleys Frankenstein (1994) and Frankenstein (1931) use different film techniques to build up atmosphere in their opening sequences: The two films I will be addressing in this essay are Kenneth Branaghs and James Whales versions of Frankenstein, a horror novel written by Mary Shelley in 1816, when the author was 19. The incentive for it was