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Gods and Monsters is a 1998 period drama film written and directed by Bill Condon, based on Christopher Bram's 1995 novel Father of Frankenstein. The film stars Ian McKellen, Brendan Fraser, Lynn Redgrave, Lolita Davidovich, and David Dukes.
Nov 4, 1998 · Gods and Monsters: Directed by Bill Condon. With Ian McKellen, Brendan Fraser, Lynn Redgrave, Lolita Davidovich. The last days of Frankenstein (1931) director James Whale are explored.
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- Biography, Drama
- Bill Condon
- 1998-11-04
Gods and Monsters may be slow and uncomfortable at certain parts, but it's undoubtedly well-crafted and a surprising showcase of Brendan Fraser's terrific acting.
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- Bill Condon
- R
- Ian Mckellen
A biopic about the last days of James Whale, the director of Frankenstein and other classics, and his relationship with a young yard man. Ian McKellen and Brendan Fraser star in this sentimental and bittersweet drama based on a novel by Christopher Bram.
Synopsis. Clay gets up from his trailer at the beach and drives to Mr. Jimmy's lush house, where he mows the lawn. Mr. Jimmy has a visit from David, who is concerned about his health. He then goes out to chat with Clay, his new gardener, and invites him to swim in the pool after he is done working. Clay says he needs to do another lawn later.
Jan 9, 2012 · Watch the official trailer of Gods and Monsters, a 1998 film directed by Bill Condon and starring Ian McKellen as the director James Whale. The film explores the friendship between Whale and his gardener, played by Brendan Fraser.
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- Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers
Part biography, part fantasy, part meditation on the true nature of inner monsters, life, death, and art, this is a sensitive and compelling study of an iconic industry figure. Full Review ...
