The introductory sections of Julie Dellal's article
examines 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.