The Horror of Frankenstein
American Continental Films Inc. | Release Date: June 17, 1971 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
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Mixed or average reviews based on 4 Critic Reviews
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1
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70
Screen RantZach Gass
Ralph Bates gives a phenomenal interpretation of Victor Frankenstein himself, but it's David Prowse's musclebound monster that steals the show. It jumps through a lot of the same hoops as the Universal version, but it does stand out compared to other interpretations. Read full review
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The New York TimesHoward Thompson
It's not only painless but also fun. Read full review
40
EmpireKim Newman
Poor attempt by Hammer to create their version of Frankenstein, featuring the usually reliable Bates offering a rather irritating performance as the scientist who goes beyond the call of science. Meanwhile before the call of Darth Vader Prowse begins to practice his heavy breathing and ominous walk. Read full review
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TV Guide MagazineStaff (Not Credited)
This film was a feeble attempt by Hammer to bring some freshness to its series of Frankenstein films by introducing black humor. The jokes are told in such a straightforward, dry manner, however, that you're never sure whether they're supposed to be taken seriously.  Read full review
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