Title: Baby Frankenstein
Year: 2018
Rating: 3.3
Cast: Ian Barling, Patrick McCartney, Rance Nix, Cora Savage, Eileen Rosen
Description: Forget the stitched-together monster; 'Baby Frankenstein' (2018) is a surprisingly poignant exploration of creation and abandonment, stitched together with a darkly comedic thread. This isn't your grandfather's Frankenstein; it's a chillingly intimate character study wrapped in a gothic horror aesthetic. The film masterfully uses its macabre setting not as a mere backdrop, but as a reflection of the emotional landscape of its central character. While visually arresting, the true horror lies in the unsettlingly relatable themes of isolation and the desperate search for belonging. It’s a film that stays with you long after the credits roll, prompting uncomfortable yet necessary introspection on the nature of family and the consequences of unchecked ambition. A truly unsettling and rewarding cinematic experience.