Film Frankenweenie (1984) is a black-and-white short directed by Tim Burton, portraying the story of Frankenstein’s monster as a children’s fable about tolerance.
Loving parents Ben and Susan Frankenstein support their son Victor’s passion for filmmaking, using their energetic bull terrier, Sparky, as the star.
Tragedy strikes when Sparky dies in a car accident, leaving Victor heartbroken.
Inspired by a science class experiment, Victor successfully reanimates Sparky in his makeshift laboratory.
Despite his good intentions, the neighborhood becomes fearful of the resurrected dog, leading to a climactic finale paying homage to classic horror films.
Nominated for a Saturn Award, Frankenweenie combines elements of fantasy, horror, children’s/family, and comedy, showcasing Tim Burton’s unique storytelling style.
