Flesh for Frankenstein

Synopsis

In the 1973 horror film 'Flesh for Frankenstein', directed by Paul Morrissey, Baron Frankenstein seeks to create a superior race by building a Serbian mate for his male monster. Set against a backdrop of decadence and violence, the obsessive Baron's dark experiments lead to a series of gruesome and chilling events. As the story unfolds, themes of power, madness, and morality intertwine with graphic scenes of horror and lust. Joe Dallesandro stars in this visually striking and controversial film that pushes the boundaries of traditional horror with its provocative narrative and unsettling atmosphere.

Cast

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  Joe Dallesandro

  Nicholas

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  Udo Kier

  Baron Frankenstein

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  Monique van Vooren

  Baroness Katrin Frankenstein

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  Dalila Di Lazzaro

  Female Monster

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  Arno Jürging

  Otto

• Srđan Zelenović

  Sacha/Male Monster

Reviews

In 'Flesh for Frankenstein', critics have had mixed reactions to the film's overtly graphic content and experimental approach. While some praise its bold vision and subversion of genre conventions, others criticize its excessive violence and eroticism. Rotten Tomatoes awarded it an 88% rating, with critics acknowledging its unapologetic brazenness. Meanwhile, IMDb users rated it at 5.8/10, highlighting the divisive nature of the movie. Despite the polarizing reception, 'Flesh for Frankenstein' remains a cult classic for its audacious storytelling and visual style.