Published almost two centuries ago, Frankenstein, by Mary Shelley (1797 – 1851) is recognized as a pioneering work of science fiction. In calling upon science to satisfy the quest for immortality, the legendary story is constantly echoed in contemporary times, in a struggle against death that defies imagination and fiction. To celebrate the novel’s bicentennial, this documentary reveals the fascinating life of its author. As the plotline evolves, creator and creature are brought into the spotlight to breathe new life into the enthralling history of this masterpiece of the horror genre.
Also presented:
37th International Festival of Films on Art, Canada (2019)
37th International Festival of Films on Art, Canada (2019)
| Director | Jean Froment |
| Author | Jérôme Perrault |
| Editing | Jean Froment |
| Graphic Creation | Clémence De Chambrun |
| Music | Stéphane Lopez |
Image tirée du film Le funeste destin du Docteur Frankenstein // Image from the film The Strange Life of Dr. Frankenstein
Image tirée du film Le funeste destin du Docteur Frankenstein // Image from the film The Strange Life of Dr. Frankenstein
Image tirée du film Le funeste destin du Docteur Frankenstein // Image from the film The Strange Life of Dr. Frankenstein
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Jean Froment
Director and photographer, Jean Froment is the author of several documentary films for the ARTE channel such as Les Essais en vol de l’Airbus A380. He has also directed many films in series such as Les Nouveaux Paradis, Les couleurs du Maroc or more recently Terres de Cinéma. He is notably the author and director of a 5‑episode series entitled La Corse beauté sauvage. He also collaborated with Edgar Morin on Les grands movements de la jeunesse for La Marche du Siècle and directed Un Grand Patron, a documentary film on the history of pediatric cardiac surgery. In addition to various institutional prizes, Jean Froment received the Grand Prix of the Festival du Pastoralisme for The Season of Silence.
Biographies have been provided by third parties.
Biographies have been provided by third parties.
The Strange Life of Dr. Frankenstein (2018); Terres de cinéma (2017); La Corse, beauté sauvage (2013); Green Paradise (2011); Les nouveaux paradis (2008−2010); Les fleuves du monde (2010); Les Essais en vol de l’Airbus A380 (2007)
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