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Frankenstein Reborn. USA 2005. Directed by Leigh Scott

Victor Franks, the scientist has invented a medicine which can cure Bryce from being paralyzed. But there's also the other side of the coin, when the medicine gives Bryce violent hallucinations. Bryce and Victor argue about the situation, and after a fight Victor shoots the patient to death. Then begin the familiar story of scientist resurrecting the dead, with consequences you probably know.

U.S. based production and distribution company The Asylum has taken an old classic to revamp it and making it work (in deviant ways) in present day. If you don't pay attention to cold facts of science, compared to this script, the story goes along surprisingly well in modern day era. We are not talking about highest class of screenwriting - but then again, director Leigh Scott (aka Slawner) and the regular crew of The Asylum haven't been up to that, though.

Rhett Giles as Victor Franks shows the piece of overacting in the beginning with his heartbreaking cry: "Elissshhhbbhhettth ... Elisshhabbhetthh... NNNOOoooo!". That doesn't really give one too many high hopes, but there are also positive surprises. Joel Hebner as Bryce gives a performance that is full of anxiety, pain and sorrow. Hebner is also the monster with nice makeup and f/x, providing the most of gore dose.

The cinematography and editing is very good, qualified and stylish work - considering the budget. There are a lot of simple but efficient play with different lights, that make up some nice mood for particular scenes. It's a pity, that there are serious problems with the narrative and the numerous flashbacks. Because of this, it's very hard to get into the story.

The Asylum's R1-DVD contains a 15-minute behind the scenes- documentary which is very traditional, with its combination of short clips and interviews. There are also deleted scenes and blooper reel, along with the commentary provided by director, cast and the crew. This one is surprisingly fun to listen and it proves there is a good atmosphere within The Asylum crew.