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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011)

R · 2011-03-17 · 2h 10m · EN
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Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.

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Danny BoyleDirectorNick DearWriterTim Van SomerenDirector

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▶ National Theatre Live Frankenstein Encore Trailer▶ Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller in Danny Boyle's Frankenstein for NT Live

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Benedict CumberbatchBenedict CumberbatchThe Creature / Victor FrankensteinJonny Lee MillerJonny Lee MillerThe Creature / Victor FrankensteinElla SmithElla SmithGretel / ClariceNaomie HarrisNaomie HarrisElizabeth LavenzaGeorge HarrisGeorge HarrisM. FrankensteinKarl JohnsonKarl JohnsonDe LaceyDaniel MillarDaniel MillarFelix de LaceyLizzie WinklerLizzie WinklerAgatha de LaceyAndreea PăduraruAndreea PăduraruFemale CreatureAndreea PăduraruAndreea PăduraruFemale CreatureDaniel IngsDaniel IngsServantMartin ChamberlainMartin ChamberlainServant

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What is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein about?

Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.

How long is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?

National Theatre Live: Frankenstein has a runtime of 130 minutes.