Product: Gods and Monsters (1998)
Rating: 5.0
Intense character study with superb acting
It's difficult to take your eyes off of Ian McKellen with his intense, brilliant characterization of Frankenstein director James Whale. This movie delves deep into the life and times of James Whale who struggled with his sexuality, troubled past and his place in hollywood. Ironically, even though Whale rejected Hollywood for producing shoddy movies Gods and Monsters represents the best of Hollywood. Impassioned performances from Ian McKellen along with a solid script and directing make Gods and Monsters one of my favorite films of last year.