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The Erotic Rites of Frankenstein (1973)
Director: Jesús Franco
Cast: Alberto Dalbés, Dennis Price, Howard Vernon, Beatriz Savón
Runtime74 min
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After the death of Victor Frankenstein, two figures vie for control of his monster and the radical technology that created him: the scientist's daughter, and an immortal wizard assisted by a blind bird-woman with an unquenchable thirst for blood.
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The Erotic Rites of Frankenstein (1973), directed by Jesús Franco, is a divisive horror film that depicts a power struggle over Victor Frankenstein's monster and his radical scientific technology. While it has gained a cult following, the film is often criticized for its uneven pacing and Franco's idiosyncratic directing style. However, its lurid eroticism and visual flair have also led some critics to consider it an underrated entry in the Frankenstein canon.
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For fans of director Jesús Franco's unique and stylized approach to horror, The Erotic Rites of Frankenstein from 1973 offers a visually striking and thematically complex take on the classic Frankenstein story, blending gothic horror with erotic overtones and featuring strong performances from actors like Alberto Dalbés and Howard Vernon.