10 More Horror Films That Tried Something Different (And Failed)

Frankenstein has been adapted to the big screen countless times, compelling filmmakers to try and put a different spin on Mary Shelley's novel. 

Over the years, the Creature has been portrayed as a lost soul, a diabolical villain, a vigilante, a superhero, and a hooker. And just when it looked like there was no other way to adapt the sci-fi horror, Paul McGuigan released Victor Frankenstein, which focused on the mad doctor's eccentric sidekick, Igor, played by Daniel Radcliffe. 

Though Victor's partner in crime was called Fritz in the 1931 Boris Karloff film, it wasn't long before a crazed hunchback called Igor became synonymous with the story. However, Victor Frankenstein doesn't do much with its concept. 

Firstly, Igor feels like a troubled man rather than a demented maniac. It's nice how the filmmakers attempted to humanise the character, but it doesn't change the fact this incarnation of Igor isn't interesting. He also doesn't have his distinctive look for long since Victor corrects Igor's hump moments after meeting him. Without his traditional characterisation or physical appearance, Radcliffe's character doesn't resemble Igor. Instead, he comes across as... some guy. 

With that in mind, it's a wonder why the creators were keen on an Igor-oriented story when they did everything in their power to strip away his defining attributes.