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Who Is James Whale's Frankenstein?
The film director of Frankenstein, James Whale, is remembered for his famous horror films, one of the best being Frankenstein (1931). He was born on July 22, 1889 in Dudley, England. He could not fully meet his ambitious since he grew up in poor family with little support. Later in life he was drafted into World War one where the Germans captured him. This proved to be not that bad because he learned to stage plays there. Once he was released, he pursued his dreams by starting in the theatre as an actor, then set designer until he reached director (Holliday). He then lived in Hollywood where he was known for his horror films, Frankenstein, The Old Dark House, The Invisible Man, and The Bride of Frankenstein. These films are known as some of

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