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Mr. Shields
Drama: Period 3
November 7, 2014
The Frankenstein Monster: Villain or Victim?
When one hears about the Frankenstein monster this image of an evil and ugly
person comes into our head, but how accurate is this assumption? Dr. Victor Frankenstein
created the monster with the help of his assistant Fritz. The reason why he created him in
the first place can be debated on whether he did for the better of mankind or out his
ambition and plain arrogance. Putting his intentions aside, the monster is really never a
villain but rather an innocent creation looking for guidance; themes such as, man playing
God and the importance of appearance exemplify the characteristics of the monster and
Dr. Frankenstein.
Often associated with Halloween and horror, the monsters purpose is completely
misunderstood. He is not evil at all, despite the murders he committed. His actions can be
justified because he may be a huge person on the outside but his mind is of a 7 year-old.
For instance, when the little girl is showing him that the flowers float, he is so amazed at
the game and his new friend he throws her in the water as a way of playing but doesnt
realize that what he did will kill her. As the monster walks away in disbelief the audience
can see his facial expression is pleased. He obviously did not want to hurt the little girl.
Unfortunately, the other characters in the movie let the physical appearance of the
monster impair their judgment of him.