The Revenge of Frankenstein is the first sequel in the Hammer Frankenstein series, and it's a great one. Dr Frankenstein has managed to escape the guillotine and starts up his medical practice in Germany, building a new body in his free time which eventually wreaks havoc on the town. The acting is top-notch. Peter Cushing plays Dr (Franken)stein as a driven, obsessed scientist with a hint of sympathy. While the monster isn't all that intimidating, instead of being just a lumbering brute, he is actually somewhat well-articulated until something goes wrong. The mood is really great in this one, evoking a more gothic feel through dim lighting and strategic shadows. Although the film only runs 86 minutes, it manages to add quite a few complex layers to the Frankenstein ethos.
8/10
