Dracula (NR) (1931) (75 min.): Although there have been numerous screen versions of Bram Stoker's classic tale, none is more enduring than the 1931 original.
Frankenstein (NR) (1931) (71 min.): Dr. Frankenstein dares to tamper with life and death by creating a human monster out of lifeless body parts. It's director James Whale's adaptation of the Mary Shelley novel blended with the compassionate portrayel of a creature groping for identity that makes Frankenstein a masterpiece not only of the genre, but for all time.
The bride of Frankenstein (NR) (1935) (75 min.): In this sequal to Frankenstein, the good doctor means to build a mate for his monster.
Creature from the black lagoon (G) (1954) (80 min.): This is the mythical story of a dangerous half-human, half-fish creature lurking in the depths of the Amazon. After discovering a unique prehistoric claw fossil on an expedition deep in the jungle, archaeologists investigate its origins, which lead them directly to a mysterious creature. Led by marine-life specialist David Reed, the men try to capture the monster who has become obsessed with David's assistant Kay.
The mummy (NR) (1932) (74 min.): An Egyptian who was buried alive comes back to life after an archaeological dig.
The invisible man (NR) (1933) (72 min.): A mysterious doctor discovers a serum that makes him invisible. Covered by bandages and dark glasses, he arrives at a small English village and attempts to hide his amazing discovery. But the same drug that renders him invisible slowly drives him to commit acts of unspeakable terror.
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