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Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed [DVD] [1969]
 
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Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed [DVD] [1969]

DVD ~ Peter Cushing
4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Peter Cushing, Veronica Carlson, Freddie Jones, Simon Ward, Thorley Walters
  • Directors: Terence Fisher
  • Writers: Anthony Nelson Keys, Bert Batt, Mary Shelley
  • Producers: Anthony Nelson Keys
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 18
  • Studio: Warner Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: 21 Jun 2004
  • Run Time: 96 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0001XLY56
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 33,810 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Peter Cushing's Baron Frankenstein is at it again, experimenting with brain transplantation. However, when the mad doctor puts insane Dr Brandt's brain into the head of another, will he get the expected results

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Silly title hides a genuine classic, 11 Aug 2004
As a previous reviewers has said, this was Hammer's last good production of the Sixties, and possibly a contender for the title of best Hammer film ever.

The most obvious starting point for the praise is Peter Cushing. Always a brilliant and fascinating film actor, possibly Britain's finest, he build here on all of his previous characterisations, to the logical conclusion of the Baron finally becoming the monster. The ruthlessness in Cushing's portrayal is never less than convincing, and utterly terrifying, and it is a great shame that he was never recognised by any awards. The infamous rape scene still has disturbing power that informs the character rather than providing cheap titillation, as would happen in the sadly awful Horror of Frankenstein.

This holds true for Veronica Carlson. Though undeniable beautiful, she is not there for appear naked like later leading ladies, her acting is excellent, especially in scenes with Simon Ward. Also worthy of praise is Freddie Jones, his final transformation is again entirely convincing, and by the end you realise how difficult the job of acting a man who's had a brain transplant.

However, this is Cushing's film, a fitting epitaph to his ability, and to Hammer's once unsurpassable prowess. The only disappointment being the lurid title, which the DVD can obviously do nothing about, and the fact that there are no extras, this is still a worthwhile purchase.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best of the best !, 1 Jul 2004
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This is without doubt the best of the Hammer Frankenstein films, aptly illustrating all that was best about Hammer Films in their heyday. After all these years it has lost none of it's impact and from the opening scene, will take you on a rollacoaster ride guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat! Superb performances from Peter Cushing, Freddie Jones, Veronica Carlson and the rest of the cast - plus the genius of director Terence Fisher behind the camera!
If you have never seen this film then get it and see what Hammer Films were capable of in their prime; if you own it on video then get the DVD for the superb picture/sound quality.
Tremendous!
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3.0 out of 5 stars No flies on Frankie, 28 Mar 2005
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This rather nasty film is delivered with perfect grace courtesy of the combined powers of Peter Cushing and Terrence Fisher. Unlike some of its contemporaires within the genre this film radiates good quality, and for all that the plot is less than profound and the tempo at times just a little slow, this film is certainly one of Hammer's finest and remains one of the best ever gothic horror films.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A mad and highly dangerous medical adventurer...
Once again on the run from the authorities, the now embittered and increasingly unhinged Baron Victor Frankenstein remorselessly utilises blackmail, kidnapping, and cold-blooded... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars stylish Hammer offering.
This is markedly different to the others in Hammer's Frankenstein series. We all know that the Baron is a man who has become dehumanised by his obsession with his science, but... Read more
Published on 16 Dec 2003 by S. Hapgood

4.0 out of 5 stars Hammering out the Horror
Peter Cushing's four previous interpretations of the role of the Baron cannot for one moment prepare you for this sadistic portrayal. Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2002 by nigelisit20022000

4.0 out of 5 stars Cushing's portrayal hits new heights
Undoubtedly Hammer's best Frankenstein sequel, Cushing decided to play the part with real venom in his penultimate outing as the professor. Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Eerie and dramatic with a climax to knock your socks off!
Of all the Hammer/Frankenstein films made, this must surely be the best. From its dark 'Jack the Ripper' style opening (combined with a truly heart-stopping fight scene and... Read more
Published on 27 Jun 2000

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