Frankenstein (1931) ★★★★★
Director: James Whale
Genre: Horror, Sci-Fi
Country: USA
Runtime: 71 min A cornerstone of horror cinema, Frankenstein is as tragic as it is terrifying. Boris Karloff’s Monster, with his hollow eyes and mournful presence, evokes both fear and pity, making him one of cinema’s most enduring figures. James Whale’s gothic direction, with its towering shadows and haunting set pieces, turns Mary Shelley’s tale into a macabre fable of creation and cruelty. More than just a…