[REVIEW] ‘Baby Frankenstein’ or Indie Sweet Monster Movie Fun

There is a poster going around for the new indie monster film Baby Frankenstein that makes me wonder if the poster-makers have seen the film.

This poster is in no way accurate to the actual film. In fact, those watching it expecting a gore fest are going to be very disappointed.

On the other hand, if you don’t enjoy gory horror movies you might be pleasantly surprised by the actual film that is Baby Frankenstein. It’s by no means a indie masterpiece but it’s sweet and fun experience to watch.

Baby Frankenstein is a very low budget film about a young man named Lance (Ian Barling) who discovers an ”automaton” they dub Baby Frankenstein (Rance Nix) in the attic of his Mother’s new house. Quickly Lance and BF grow an attachment and he and his girlfriend Truth (Cora Savage) spend the rest of the film hiding their new friend (ala E.T. style) from the authorities and Lance’s Mother’s boyfriend Ken (Patrick McCartney).

For the most part Baby Frankenstein is a fun indie low budget ride made with a lot of heart. However, the antagonist Ken was a bit much for me. I realize he is supposed to be unlikable but he was more irritating than menacing. There are also definitely moments where you feel the low budget in the acting and directing, but with these kinds of films that’s all part of the homespun charm in a way.