The Curse of Frankenstein
Warner Bros. | Release Date: June 25, 1957 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
65
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 8 Critic Reviews
Positive:
5
Mixed:
3
Negative:
0
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60
EmpireKim Newman
In its best scenes, it adds dynamism and British grit to a genre that had previously tried to get by on atmospherics and mood alone. It manages to be shocking without being especially frightening, and its virtues of performance and style remain striking. Read full review
63
New York Daily NewsSeraphina Alaimo
For the new film generation, some minor chills are offered in this well-done production. [08 Aug 1957]
83
Seattle Post-IntelligencerDan Yakir
Terence Fisher directs with efficiency, manifesting a feel for atmosphere with an occasional lyrical touch, creating modern gothic horror at its best. [29 Oct 1998]
80
The GuardianAnne Billson
Cushing relishes the role of his career as the sociopathic dandy whose passion for science overrides all moral considerations, while Christopher Lee conveys the dire plight of the creature through body language alone. Read full review
50
The New York TimesBosley Crowther
This one should be cold-cuts for old-timers who remember Boris Karloff as the get of Frankenstein, but it may tittilate the blissful youngsters. Read full review
90
Time OutStaff (Not Credited)
The director's combination of the morbid and sinister is masterful, and at the same time he was able to create an atmosphere of great beauty. Read full review
60
TV Guide MagazineStaff (Not Credited)
Christopher Lee is excellent as the mute monster, but this is Cushing's film all the way. Read full review
70
VarietyStaff (Not Credited)
Peter Cushing gets every inch of drama from the leading role, making almost believable the ambitious urge and diabolical accomplishment. Read full review
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