Frankenstein

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1) Summary “Frankenstein”"

Frankenstein," is a classic horror film based on Mary Shelley's novel of the same name. The story revolves
around Dr. Henry Frankenstein, a scientist who becomes obsessed with creating life. Using stolen body parts,
he assembles a creature and brings it to life through a high-voltage electrical storm.

The newly animated being, often referred to as Frankenstein's monster, is misunderstood and feared by
society due to its grotesque appearance. The creature struggles to find acceptance and understanding, leading
to a series of tragic events. The film explores themes of science, morality, and the consequences of playing
god.

Boris Karloff delivers a memorable performance as the Monster, capturing the creature's loneliness and inner
turmoil. The film's atmospheric cinematography and iconic scenes, such as the creation of the monster and
the burning windmill climax, have solidified "Frankenstein" as a landmark in the horror genre. The movie's
success contributed to the establishment of Universal Pictures as a major studio in the horror genre and set
the standard for future adaptations of Shelley's novel.

2) Glossary
Alchemist – someone who transforms matter, usually in attempt to change various metals into gold
Asseveration – serious statement of smth
Aver - to be true
Benevolence – the trait of kindness
Celestial – heavenly
Commence – begin
Desolation – emptiness
Despondence – the state of being hopeless or in despair
Dilatoriness – the fact of being late or delayed
Disquisition – an essay or dissertation on a specific topic
Dogmatism – laying out ideas
Ennui - boring
Excluded – left out
Fetter –a restriction on smbd’s freedom
Forebodings – predictions
Ignominious – worthy of shame
Imprecate-call evil upon smth
Indefatigable – untiring or persistent
Panegyric – a public lecture or written work praising someone or smth
Physiognomy – the features of the human’s face
Prognosticate – to predict or foresee a future event
Slake – to quench
Sublime - beautiful
Timorous – lacking confidence
Torpor – a state of laziness
Uncouth - uncivilized
Verdure – green vegetation

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