The available reference confirms the film's parody premise, literary source, production context, cast information, locations, release, and festival recognition, but does not provide a scene-by-scene storyline.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Parodic Foundation
The reference identifies the film as a French horror comedy and a parody of Frankenstein. It also connects the screenplay to Mary Shelley's novel.
Key Events
French Horror Comedy — The film is identified as a French horror comedy.
Location: France
Frankenstein Parody — The premise is described as a French parody of the cult Frankenstein film.
Location: Unspecified
Mary Shelley Novel — The screenplay is based on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein novel.
Location: Unspecified
Screenplay Adaptation — Paul Gégauff and Alain Jessua are credited with the screenplay.
Location: Unspecified
Creative Assembly
Alain Jessua is credited as director, with Michel Béna assisting him. Paul Gégauff and Jessua are credited with the screenplay.
Key Events
Screenplay Adaptation — Paul Gégauff and Alain Jessua are credited with the screenplay.
Location: Unspecified
Jessua Directs Film — Alain Jessua directed the film with assistance from Michel Béna.
Location: Unspecified
Coye-la-Forêt Shoot — Part of the production was filmed in Coye-la-Forêt.
Location: Coye-la-Forêt
Filmed Fantastical Spaces
The production took place in Coye-la-Forêt and at the Deux Alpes ski station. Castle scenes were filmed at Château de Val.
Key Events
Coye-la-Forêt Shoot — Part of the production was filmed in Coye-la-Forêt.
Location: Coye-la-Forêt
Deux Alpes Shoot — The production also took place at the Deux Alpes ski station.
Location: Deux Alpes ski station
Castle Filming — The castle scenes used Château de Val near Bort-les-Orgues.
Location: Château de Val
Frank In Cast — Eddy Mitchell is credited as Frank in the distribution. Characters: Victor Frankenstein, alias Victor LafaurieLocation: Unspecified
Cast And Recognition
The listed cast includes Frank and the inspector, while a note highlights a cybernetic creature appearance. The film was later released in France and recognized at Fantasporto.
Key Events
Frank In Cast — Eddy Mitchell is credited as Frank in the distribution. Characters: Victor Frankenstein, alias Victor LafaurieLocation: Unspecified
Inspector In Cast — Ged Marlon is credited as the inspector. Characters: L'inspecteurLocation: Unspecified
Cybernetic Creature Appearance — Marc Lavoine has a small appearance as a cybernetic creature.
Location: Unspecified
French Release — The film was released in France on 14 August 1984.
Location: France
Fantasporto Recognition — The film received screenplay and actor awards, with a nomination for best film. Characters: Victor Frankenstein, alias Victor LafaurieLocation: Fantasporto Festival
Story Breakdown
Parodic Premise — The film is presented as a French horror-comedy parody of Frankenstein.
French Comedy — The work is classified as a French horror comedy.
Frankenstein Parody — The stated synopsis identifies it as a parody of the cult Frankenstein film.
Literary Foundation — The screenplay draws from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein novel.
Shelley Source — The credited source is Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus.
Screenplay Credits — Paul Gégauff and Alain Jessua are credited as screenwriters.
Creative Production — The film was directed by Alain Jessua with assistance from Michel Béna.
Jessua Directs — Alain Jessua is listed as director.
Production Team — The reference lists Louis Duchesne and Alain Jessua as producers.
Named Characters — The supplied character list identifies Frank and the inspector as appearing roles.
Frank Appears — Eddy Mitchell is credited as Frank.
Inspector Appears — Ged Marlon is credited as the inspector.
Filming Locations — The production used several French locations, including a castle for castle scenes.
Coye-la-Forêt — Part of the filming took place in Coye-la-Forêt.
Château De Val — The castle scenes used Château de Val near Bort-les-Orgues.
Release Recognition — The film received a French release and festival recognition in 1985.
French Release — The French release date was 14 August 1984.
Fantasporto Awards — The film received screenplay and actor awards and a best-film nomination.
French cybernetics genius Victor Frankenstein carries on the work of his notorious ancestor and creates a monster, albeit one with a penchant for philosophy, etiquette and occasional bouts of murderous rage. But when the creature develops a hunger for l'amour, Frankenstein and his understanding fiancé use a cache of freshly murdered strippers to build the creature a beautiful yet dutiful bride. Can the undead find true love in a cold world, or will the French ways of passion unleash some monstrous surprises upon them all?
Directed by
Alain Jessua
Key Cast
Jean Rochefort — Victor Frankenstein, alias Victor Lafaurie
