Question 1

Why is Flesh for Frankenstein sometimes called 'Andy Warhol's Frankenstein' despite his limited involvement?

Accepted Answer

Andy Warhol allowed the director to use his name for the film, though he wasn't directly involved in production, only making rare visits to sets and during editing.

Question 2

What legal trouble arose from the use of Antonio Margheriti's name as the official Italian director?

Accepted Answer

Antonio Margheriti allowed his name to be used as the official Italian director to secure state financial help, but this led to a costly prosecution for both him and the producer.

Question 3

Which special effects artist worked on Flesh for Frankenstein and later gained fame for E.T.?

Accepted Answer

Carlo Rambaldi did the gory special effects for this film, an early example of his work before he later created effects for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

Question 4

What rating did Flesh for Frankenstein receive in the USA and why?

Accepted Answer

The film was rated X in the USA due to its explicit depiction of sex and violence.

Question 5

What connects Flesh for Frankenstein to Blood for Dracula (1974) in terms of production?

Accepted Answer

Both films shared many of the same sets and the same principal cast, including Joe Dallesandro, Udo Kier, and Arno Jürging.

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