Gods and Monsters
Sep 12 1998
•2h 45m
•Drama
It's 1957, and James Whale's heyday as the director of "Frankenstein," "Bride of Frankenstein" and "The Invisible Man" is long behind him. Retired and a semi-recluse, he lives his days accompanied only by images from his past. When his dour housekeeper, Hannah, hires a handsome young gardener, the flamboyant director and simple yard man develop an unlikely friendship, which will change them forever.
Cast
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Ian McKellen
James Whale
Brendan Fraser
Clayton Boone
Lynn Redgrave
Hanna
Lolita Davidovich
Betty
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