BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN Gets Collectible Toy & Vinyl Pressing for 85th Anniversary
Josh Millican
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Waxwork Records is proud to announce The Bride of Frankenstein Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Music by Franz Waxman. In celebration of the film’s 85th Anniversary, the company is thrilled to present the premiere vinyl release of the film’s music as a deluxe album featuring re-mastered audio, new artwork, and likeness approvals from famed actress Elsa Lanchester’s Estate.
The Bride of Frankenstein is a 1935 horror movie directed by James Whale, starring Boris Karloff and Elsa Lanchester, and is the first sequel to the 1931 film Frankenstein. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest sequels in cinematic history. The film has been praised as Whale’s masterpiece. In 1998, it was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the United States National Film Registry, having been deemed “culturally, historically or aesthetically significant.”
Sourced from the original master acetates housed in the composer’s archives at Syracuse University and original masters from Universal, the album has been meticulously restored and re-mastered. Working closely with Universal Pictures, this historic release marks the very first time the original film music has been made available on vinyl. The album features new artwork by Phantom City Creative, a 12”x12” booklet including artwork and original scoring session photography, and liner notes by album producer and restoration engineer Mike Matessino.
The Bride of Frankenstein Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Music Description:
The Premiere Vinyl Release of the Soundtrack
180 Gram Black and White Swirled Colored Vinyl
Old Style Tip-On Gatefold Jackets with Satin Coating
Artwork by Phantom City Creative
12”x12” Booklet
Scoring Session Photography
Liner Notes
In celebration of the film’s 85th Anniversary, Waxwork also announced the release of The Bride of Frankenstein as the newest offering from our Universal Horror line of collectibles. This official Universal Monsters figure was designed and produced by Waxwork and features the iconic Bride from the historic 1935 horror film. Waxwork worked closely with Universal Pictures and Lanchester Estate to obtain the likeness of actress Elsa Lanchester as portrayed in The Bride of Frankenstein. This rare and unprecedented circumstance allowed Waxwork to work with their team of artists and sculptors to faithfully create an official collectible featuring the stunning likeness of the legendary actress.
Waxwork Records is beyond thrilled to announce their entrance into the toys and collectibles market with SPINATURES. Spinatures are highly detailed turntable-spinner mini-busts featuring iconic characters from pop culture, horror movies, and beyond. SPINATURES are fitted with a hole in their base to easily attach to the spindle of your turntable and then spin along with your favorite records. No turntable? No problem! Waxwork took into account that not all collectors are vinyl enthusiasts. Collectors of quality toys and figures may also enjoy SPINATURES by proudly displaying their favorite characters virtually anywhere. Any home or office setting is perfect for SPINATURES. Computer desks, bookshelves, toy and collectible display cases, counter tops, even car dashboards.
Many more official Universal Monster Spinatures are to come Fall 2020 and throughout the 2020 Holiday season including Dracula, The Mummy, The Phantom of the Opera, The Creature From The Black Lagoon, The Wolfman, and The Invisible Man!
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