Island of Lost Souls (1932) | |
| Director(s) | Erle C. Kenton |
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| Top Genres | Adventure, Film Adaptation, Horror, Science Fiction |
| Top Topics | Book-Based, Mad Scientists, Pre-Code Cinema |
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Island of Lost Souls (1932) was a Horror - Science Fiction Film directed by Erle C. Kenton .
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Reviews: The Mummy, Island of Lost Souls, The Black Cat
By 4 Star Film Fan on Jun 13, 2023 From 4 Star FilmsThere’s something deeply prescient about The Mummy beginning with an archeological expedition for The British Museum. If it’s not evident from the outset, the film is firmly planted in the reality of 1922 when Howard Carter famously discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun. This is only one hi... Read full article
Island of Lost Souls (1932, Erle C. Kenton)
By Andrew Wickliffe on May 4, 2014 From The Stop ButtonWhat’s so incredible about Island of Lost Souls is how Charles Laughton doesn’t overpower the entire picture. Laughton’s take on the mad scientist role–playful, gleeful, callous, cruel–is a joy to watch and it definitely contributes but it doesn’t make Souls. Even... Read full article
Classics Revisited: Island of Lost Souls
By Barry P. on Apr 11, 2013 From Cinematic Catharsis(1932) Directed by Erle C. Kenton; Written by Waldemar Young and Philip Wylie; Based on the novel The Island of Dr. Moreau, by H.G. Wells; Starring: Charles Laughton, Bela Lugosi, Richard Arlen, Leila Hyams and Kathleen Burke; Available on Blu-ray and DVD Rating: ***** “Not to go... Read full article
Classics Revisited: Island of Lost Souls
By Barry P. on Apr 11, 2013 From Cinematic Catharsis(1932) Directed by Erle C. Kenton; Written by Waldemar Young and Philip Wylie; Based on the novel The Island of Dr. Moreau, by H.G. Wells; Starring: Charles Laughton, Bela Lugosi, Richard Arlen, Leila Hyams and Kathleen Burke; Available on Blu-ray and DVD Rating: ***** “Not to go... Read full article
Classic Films in Focus: ISLAND OF LOST SOULS (1932)
By Jennifer Garlen on Oct 8, 2012 From Virtual ViragoH.G. Wells’ disturbing tale of vivisectionist horror has been adapted for film several times, but the 1932 version of The Island of Dr. Moreau, titled Island of Lost of Souls, stands out for its chillingly effective performances and its sexually charged subtext. Directed by Erle C. Kenton, thi... Read full article
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Quotes from Island of Lost Souls
Sayer of the Law: Not to eat meat, that is the law. Are we not men?
Beasts (in unison): Are we not men?
Dr. Moreau: What is the law?
Sayer of the Law: Not to go on all fours, that is the law. Are we not men?
Beasts (in unison): Are we not men?
Dr. Moreau: What is the law?
Sayer of the Law: Not to spill blood, that is the law. Are we not men?
Beasts (in unison): Are we not men?
Ruth Thomas: [hearing chanting] What's that?
Dr. Moreau: The natives, they have a curious ceremony. Mr. Parker has witnessed it.
Ruth Thomas: Tell us about it, Edward.
Edward Parker: Oh, it's... it's nothing.
Dr. Moreau: They are restless tonight.
Edward Parker: Those poor things out there in the jungle. Those animals. They - They talk.
Dr. Moreau: That was my first great achievement. Articulate speech controlled by the brain. And it was a great achievement! Oh, it takes a long time and infinite patience to make them talk.
[Moreau gives an impish smile and a chuckle]
Dr. Moreau: Someday I will create a woman and it'll be easier.
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Facts about Island of Lost Souls
Charles Laughton claimed that he based his Dr. Moreau appearance on that of his dentist.
One of the film's uncredited actors, Joe Bonomo, nearly drowned during filming. He fell into a water tank and the foam rubber in his costume soaked up water, causing him to sink.
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