Creature Designers: The Frankenstein Complex
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Creature Designers: The Frankenstein Complex

7.2 / 10 2015 1h 44mNR French
Documentary

Storyline

The Frankenstein Complex takes a historical as well as a creative perspective, with a mix of fascinating scenes behind the camera, film clips, and dozens of interviews with all the big names in the industry. In addition to the many wonderful anecdotes, the film also offers a wealth of beautiful test material, while along the way showing how the art of filmmaking has changed over the years. An affectionate ode to monster makers throughout history.

Cast & Crew

Alec Gillis

Alec Gillis

Self

Lead
Chris Walas

Chris Walas

Self

Dennis Muren

Dennis Muren

Self

GN

Greg Nicotero

Self

Guillermo del Toro

Guillermo del Toro

Self

Joe Dante

Joe Dante

Self

John Landis

John Landis

Self

Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith

Self

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Gilles Penso's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
4.0
Every frame feels alive. Creature Designers: The Frankenstein Complex is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker