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Frankenstein Explain how the concept of the monster is explored in Shelley’s novel and in the film versions viewed. The novel Frankenstein and its film versions explore the concept of the true monster/s each in distinct ways. From the Mary Shelley novel (1818) one could derive that there is a sense of joint responsibility between Victor and the creature and therefore both warrant the classification of being a monster. Whilst the James Whale version (1931), …

…flute, which amplifies his sensitivity and innocence, characteristics Victor had never spent time to consider. Shelley’s novel and both the James Whale and Branagh film versions differ in the way they explore the concept of the monster in relation to both physical and mental aspects. It is undeniable that Victor is the main monster throughout these three versions, with his inconsiderate nature causing anguish and death for many mainly innocent characters. Mike, in Australia