
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein
Mar 17 2011
•2h 10m
•Drama, Horror, Science Fiction
Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.
Cast
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Benedict Cumberbatch
The Creature / Victor Frankenstein

Jonny Lee Miller
The Creature / Victor Frankenstein

Ella Smith
Gretel / Clarice

Naomie Harris
Elizabeth Lavenza
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