Featuring memorable scenes from frankenstein 1931 and frankenstein meets the wolfman 1943 welcome to fear. William henry pratt november 23, 1887 february 2, 1969, was an english actor career. His elegant, almost pantomimic performance, underneath the gruesome makeup designed by. Feb 26, 20 boris karloff stars as the screens most memorable monster in what many consider to be the greatest horror film ever made. Find films and movies featuring boris karloff on allmovie allmovie. And not just in the sense that every halloween is spiritually overseen by the famous horror movie actor. Frankenstein boris karloff is a monster, created by dr. Boris karloff list of movies and tv shows tv guide. However, the english actor had a prolific career in entertainment that spanned several decades and included film, television, broadway, and radio. November 2, 1887february 2, 1969 is chiefly remembered by audiences today for his portrayal of frankensteins monster in three films in the 1930s.
Frankenstein boris karloff classic movie monster 1997. Along with fellow actors lon chaney, bela lugosi and vincent price, boris karloff is recognized as one of the true icons of horror cinema, and the actor most closely identified with the general publics perception of the monster from the classic mary shelley book, frankenstein. William henry pratt was born on november 23, 1887, in. Boris karloff 10 best frankensteins monster movies. Oct 31, 2017 he is, however, given proper credit as boris karloff in the closing credits. See full filmography factsheet great nephew of anna leonowens, the reallife historical figure upon whom the musical the king and i is based got the part of frankenstein, for which he is most famous, after bela lugosi karloffs main professional rival turned it down. Boris karloff and bela lugosi strut their stuff as mary shelleys horror icon. Still unnerving to this day, frankenstein adroitly explores the fine line between genius and madness, and features boris karloff s legendary, frightening performance as the monster. Boris karloff, basil rathbone, bela lugosi, lionel atwill. This is an 8inch by 10inch print of boris karloff as frankenstein alongside a series of 35mm film clips. Frankenstein creates a simple creature from various body parts. Frankenstein 1931 is the second of many classic monster movies made by universal studios, and in my opinion it is simply the best. Interview sara karloff reflections on boris karloff.
Frankensteins monster karloff vs lugosi side by side. Five things you might not have known about boris karloff. Boris karloff full list of movies and tv shows in theaters, in production and upcoming films. William henry pratt 23 november 1887 2 february 1969, better known by his stage name boris karloff, was an english actor, best remembered for his roles in horror films and especially for his portrayal of frankensteins monster in frankenstein 1931, bride of frankenstein 1935, and son of frankenstein 1939, which resulted in his immense popularity. The huge success of james whales 1931 version of frankenstein has ensured that karloffs creature will forever be the definitive frankensteins monster. Although many people may argue that the bride of frankenstein 1935 was a better movie, i think frankenstein is the best monster movie ever made. Balderston, robert florey, francis edward faragoh, garrett fort, richard schayer. Jan 28, 2014 the huge success of james whales 1931 version of frankenstein has ensured that karloffs creature will forever be the definitive frankensteins monster. The monster boris karloff meets a little girl and enjoys an idyllic moment of tossing flowers into a lake, in frankenstein 1931. Boris karloffs frankenstein celebrates 87th anniversary. Karloff, seen frequently as frankenstein s monster, and lugosi, ever the vampire, both had designs on being the premiere horror film star, filling the void left by the death of lon.
The lightning raider 1919, the courage of marge odoone 1920, the woman conquers 1922, the greater glory 1926, and the devils chaplain 1929, are only a few movies in which he worked, in the 1920s. The movie, frankensteins castle of freaks and on vhs as dr. Boris karloff biography, movie highlights and photos allmovie. The boris karloff bela lugosi rivalry is well known to fans of classic horror movies, particularly the frankenstein and dracula franchises in the early talkie era.
The movie, frankenstein s castle of freaks and on vhs as dr. With colin clive, mae clarke, boris karloff, john boles. Frankenstein 1931 stream and watch online moviefone. Karloff performed in a variety of contexts throughout his career, but is best remembered for his roles in horror films and his portrayal of frankensteins monster in the 1931 film frankenstein, 1935 film bride of frankenstein, and 1939 film son of frankenstein. Boris karloff is the screens most memorable creature in the story of dr. Karloff, seen frequently as frankensteins monster, and lugosi, ever the vampire, both had designs on being the premiere horror film star, filling the void left by the death of lon. Henry frankenstein and the sinister doctor pretorius create a mate for karloffs creature, in the rhapsodic sequel bride of frankenstein 1935. This is particularly true in the scene where frankenstein first brings him into the light. Frankenstein 38 movie clip meet the monster 1931 hd. See more ideas about classic horror movies, frankenstein and classic monsters. Of course, the movie was a trendsetter in more ways than one, and features one of cinemas alltime finest performances from boris karloff as the tragic frankenstein monster, whilst whales inventive direction, the splendid sets, the awesome makeup, and colin clives hysterical turn as henry also contribute to the movie s overall effect. Frankenstein is a 1931 american precode science fiction horror film directed by james whale. The boris karloffbela lugosi rivalry is well known to fans of classic horror movies, particularly the frankenstein and dracula franchises in the early talkie era. By 1919, karloff found regular work as an extra at universal studios.
Boris karloff biography, movie highlights and photos. Still unnerving to this day, frankenstein adroitly explores the fine line between genius and madness, and features boris karloffs legendary, frightening. Boris karloff never talks in his role as the monster. Henry frankenstein and the sinister doctor pretorius create a mate for karloff s creature, in the rhapsodic sequel bride of frankenstein 1935. Frankenstein 1931 full movie mae clarke, boris karloff. Bride of frankenstein full movie englishdrama 1935 boris. This film featured karloffs last full film performance as the monster. From acting on the stages across canada to his first appearance in a hollywood movie the masked rider 1919 karloff went on to star in over 200 movies making a name for himself as one of the most influential horror movie icons. Apr 28, 2018 boris karloff and bela lugosi strut their stuff as mary shelleys horror icon. The last time he ever donned his legendary frankenstein makeup for the camera was in a 1962 appearance in the television show route 66. William henry pratt was born on november 23, 1887, in camberwell. Boris karloff simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
As designed by whale and makeup artist jack pierce, karloffs creature with his flattopped head, neck electrodes, tooshort suit, clunky boots, halting speech, lurching gait, and sleepwalkers outstretched arms. Boris karloff, whose real name was william henry pratt, was an englishborn actor who emigrated to canada in the 1910s. Bud abbott lou costello meet the killer boris karloff 1949. He was to reprise his soontobe legendary role in both 1935s bride of frankenstein and 1939s son of frankenstein. Boris karloff made some of the greatest horror movies of all time during the early 1930s at universal studios. Boris karloff in frankenstein nbcu photo bankap images you might not have known it, but this past weekend was boris karloff weekend. Boris karloff mad scientist 2 episodes, 19561968 targets 1968 byron orlok the sorcerers 1967 prof. So far hes been kept in complete darkness, frankenstein explains. As designed by whale and makeup artist jack pierce, karloffs creature with his flattopped head, neck electrodes, tooshort suit, clunky boots, halting speech, lurching gait, and sleepwalkers outstretched arms didnt. Frankenstein 18 movie clip fritz steals the brain 1931. Henry frankenstein colin clive, and doesnt really know his place in the world. This film has lightning, atmosphere, plot, and character. An obsessed scientist assembles a living being from parts of exhumed corpses. Frankenstein boris karloff classic movie monster 1997 fdc pcs.
The longreigning king of hollywood horror, boris karloff was born william henry pratt on november 23, 1887, in south london. Timeless classics like frankenstein, bride of frankenstein, and the mummy. Sep 16, 2015 boris karloff as frankensteins monster universal pictures yes, it definitely has become extremely graphic through the years to the point where they show entirely too much, where it takes away your entire imagination. He portrayed frankenstein s monster in frankenstein 1931, bride of frankenstein 1935 and son of frankenstein 1939. Oct 04, 2014 from acting on the stages across canada to his first appearance in a hollywood movie the masked rider 1919 karloff went on to star in over 200 movies making a name for himself as one of the most influential horror movie icons.
He was often paired with bela lugosi, the studios other great horror actor, in films like the raven and the black cat. Sakai also listed the godfather and the seven samurai, in his favorite movies, but also included the original 1933 movie king kong, the 1931 boris karloff frankenstein, humphrey bogarts 1941 the maltese falcon and the 1961 west side story. The name boris karloff is forever recognized as one of the true icons of horror cinema. Frankenstein colin clive dares to tamper with life and death by. Of course, the movie was a trendsetter in more ways than one, and features one of cinemas alltime finest performances from boris karloff as the tragic frankenstein monster, whilst whales inventive direction, the splendid sets, the awesome makeup, and colin clives hysterical turn as henry also contribute to the movies overall effect. The youngest of nine children, he was educated at london university in. During these early stages of his career he was mostly left in obscurity. Embracing his fame late in his acting career, he took on roles in legendary horror films such as the mummy 1932, the bride. The films hulking monster, portrayed by boris karloff with a flat. Karloff performed in a variety of contexts throughout his career, but is best remembered for his roles in horror films and his portrayal of frankensteins monster in the 1931 film frankenstein, 1935 film bride of frankenstein, and 1939 film son of.
The trilogy is referenced in quentin tarantinos 20032004 twofilm series kill bill. Released november 21st, 1931, frankenstein stars boris karloff, colin clive, mae clarke, john boles the movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 11 min, and received a score of out of 100 on. Find films and movies featuring boris karloff on allmovie. His elegant, almost pantomimic performance, underneath the gruesome makeup designed by jack pierce, would. Waldman edward van sloan, henry frankenstein lets his monster live, and the monster winds up murdering people.
James whales film version of frankenstein 1931 featured boris karloff as the monster. Waldman edward van sloan how the monster boris karloff understands commands. Bride of frankenstein full movie englishdrama 1935 boris karloff vandius kerny. One of the sons of frankenstein finds his fathers monster in a coma and revives him, only to find out he is controlled by ygor who is bent on revenge. Boris karloff frankenstein on screen pictures cbs news. Tv airings of the film would later snip the end of the.
James whale schuf mit frankenstein einen klassiker des horrorfilms, dem zahlreiche weitere verfilmungen folgten. But he gives the creature a lot of pathos and emotion. Boris karloff stars as the screens most memorable monster in what many consider to be the greatest horror film ever made. Born as william henry pratt, he joined a touring company and adopted the stage name boris karloff. This item comes in a beautiful black ash effect frame with a stunning sublimated plaque and certificate stating authenticity. William henry pratt 23 november 1887 2 february 1969, better known by his stage name boris karloff. He is, however, given proper credit as boris karloff in the closing credits. Its the movie that made frankensteins monster as we know him today and a pop culture. A hardworking and dignified man, karloff is primarily recognized for his portrayal of the monster in the universal pictures 1931 classic frankenstein. Boris karloff stars in frankenstein, as the screens most memorable monster, in what many consider to be the greatest horror film ever made. Though that version is edited differently, has more nudity and some sequences are pointlessly repeated.
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