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The Evil of Frankenstein is a 1964 horror film directed by Freddie Francis and starring Peter Cushing, Peter Woodthorpe, and Duncan Lamont. The movie is the third installment in Hammer Film Productions' Frankenstein series. The Evil of Frankenstein begins with Baron Victor Frankenstein (Peter Cushing) being chased out of the town of Karlstaad by angry villagers who are furious with him for his experiments in reanimating the dead. The Baron flees to the mountains where he comes across his old laboratory, which has been abandoned for years. There, he discovers the creature that he had created in his earlier experiments, frozen in a block of ice. He brings the creature back to life and sets out on a mission to restore it to its former glory.

However, the Baron's efforts are hindered by his former partner, Dr. Hertz (Thorley Walters), who encourages him to destroy the creature. The Baron, however, is steadfast in his belief that he can reanimate the creature and give it a new lease on life. Along the way, the Baron meets a young woman, Zoltan (Katy Wild), who he hopes will help him in his experiments. However, Zoltan is afraid of the Baron's creation and ends up being pursued by the creature.

The Baron's efforts to restore the creature prove to be successful as it regains its strength and intelligence. However, the creature is still filled with rage and anger towards those who have mistreated it in the past. This results in a rampage in Karlstaad, as the creature seeks revenge against those who have wronged it. The Baron is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and make a decision that will change the course of his life forever.

The Evil of Frankenstein is a classic horror film that is known for its use of gothic imagery and chilling music. Peter Cushing delivers a stunning performance as Baron Frankenstein, exuding both intelligence and madness as he delves deeper into his experiments. The film also features impressive special effects, particularly in the scenes where the creature is brought back to life, as well as the final confrontation between the creature and the villagers of Karlstaad.

One of the criticisms of the film is that it deviates significantly from the original story written by Mary Shelley. The portrayal of the creature in The Evil of Frankenstein is significantly different from the original depiction of the creature in the novel. Additionally, the film does not delve into the philosophical questions that are present in the novel, such as the nature of life and the role of the creator.

Despite these criticisms, The Evil of Frankenstein remains a classic horror film that delivers chills and thrills to this day. The impressive performances, stunning special effects, and haunting music combine to create a truly memorable cinematic experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression on audiences.

The Evil of Frankenstein is a 1964 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.0.