The World of Gods and Monsters: A Journey with James Whale (1999)

Plot Summary

Written, co-produced and co-directed by David J. Skal, THE WORLD OF GODS AND MONSTERS is a behind-the scenes chronicle of the making of the 1998 Academy Award-winning film GODS AND MONSTERS starring Ian McKellen, Brendan Fraser and Lynn Redgrave. Narrated by author/ filmmaker Clive Barker, the documentary interweaves the life and career of James Whale, director of the original FRANKENSTEIN, with the making of the acclaimed biopic. Interviewees include writer/director Bill Condon (Oscar winner for best adapted screenplay), Ian McKellen, Brendan Fraser, Lynn Redgrave, and Christopher Bram, author of the novel FATHER OF FRANKENSTEIN, on which the film was based.

Full Cast & Characters

Clive Barker

Self - Narrator

Bill Condon

Self

Curtis Harrington

Self

Christopher Bram

Self

Ian McKellen

Self

Brendan Fraser

Self

Gloria Stuart

Self

Lynn Redgrave

Self

Director & Crew

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