About Victor Frankenstein

Victor Frankenstein is a retelling of Mary Shelley's classic gothic novel, "Frankenstein," released in 2015. The movie, directed by Paul McGuigan, focuses on the complicated relationship between Victor Frankenstein (James McAvoy) and his assistant Igor (Daniel Radcliffe). The film explores Igor's perspective as Victor descends into the madness that comes with playing God.

Plot and Summary

Victor Frankenstein saves Igor from a life of oppression and abuse as a circus freak. Artists at heart, they bond over a shared passion for life and the human form, and together, they embark on an ambitious plan to advance human knowledge by creating life. Their experiment, however, produces monstrous results. As Victor's obsessions grow and become more dangerous, it's up to Igor to save his friend before he destroys himself and everything he holds dear.

Making / Production

Victor Frankenstein is produced by Steve Asbell, John Davis, and Mairi Bett, with the screenplay by Max Landis. Shot primarily in the UK, the film had a budget of around $40 million.

Actors

• James McAvoy as Victor Frankenstein. He gives a compelling performance as Victor, showcasing the character's undying ambition and descent into madness.
• Daniel Radcliffe as Igor. Dropping his famous role as Harry Potter, Radcliffe plays the loyal assistant to Frankenstein, delivering a nuanced depiction of a man torn between loyalty and conscience.
• Jessica Brown Findlay as Lorelei. Acting as Igor's love interest in the film, she aids in adding depth to Igor's character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is not the first time McAvoy and Radcliffe have appeared in a classic regurgitation; they both previously starred in separate renditions of Macbeth.
• The last name on the circus poster says "Hitchcock." Paul McGuigan, the director, also directed four episodes of BBC's television series Sherlock, which often pays homage to Alfred Hitchcock.

Quotes

• "You know this story. A crack of lightning. A mad genius. An unholy creation. The world, of course, remembers the monster, not the man. But sometimes, when you look closely, there's more to a tale. Sometimes the monster is the man." - Igor

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score for Victor Frankenstein was composed by Craig Armstrong and released via La-La Land Records.
• A mix of haunting melodies and tension-building rhythms, the soundtrack perfectly complements the film's gothic aesthetic.

Awards

Victor Frankenstein was not awarded any notable awards or nominations.