Frankenstein: Symbol and Parable

The introductory sections of Dellal's article examine the essential aspects of Mary Shelley's novel, the mythology and screen adaptation of novel to film. This is followed by biofilmography of James Whale and major influences of Murnau, Galeen and Wegener, Lang and Wiene on his work. Dellal discusses the symbolism and the major theme of power and its abuse in Whale's film.