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Charles Lamont

Charles Lamont (5 May 1895 – 12 September 1993) was an American film director who worked in Hollywood from the 1920s through the 1950s. He is best known for his work in classic Hollywood productions, particularly in the comedy and musical genres. He directed several films, including Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, Buck Privates, and Hold That Ghost. He was also a successful screenwriter and wrote several screenplays, including The Invisible Woman and The Ghost of Frankenstein. He passed away in 1993 at the age of 98.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1953
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1953

Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1953 sees the famous comedy duo getting caught up in the madness of Dr. Jekyll’s transformation into the evil Mr. Hyde, leading to comedic hijinks and chaos.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951 sees the comedic duo unwittingly becomes involved in a murder case and must rely on the help of an invisible boxer to clear their names.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy 1955
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy 1955

Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy 1955 showcases the duo’s hilarious and dangerous adventure with the undead Mummy Klaris.

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The Brute Man 1946 with Rondo Hatton
Films

The Brute Man 1946

The Brute Man 1946 stars Rondo Hatton as The Creeper, a former college football star deformed by a laboratory accident, who seeks revenge on those he believes wronged him.

Son of Frankenstein 1939
Films

Son of Frankenstein 1939

Son of Frankenstein 1939 sees the son of Dr Frankenstein returns to his father’s castle and become embroiled in the family’s dark legacy.

A scene from The Invisible Woman 1940
Films

The Invisible Woman 1940

The Invisible Woman 1940 follows a young woman who is turned invisible by a scientist and uses her newfound power to help fight crime and foil a group of spies, leading to a series of hilarious and exciting adventures.

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Scene from The Incredible Shrinking Man 1957

The Incredible Shrinking Man 1957

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Publicity Still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff 1949

Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff 1949

A scene from The Mummy's Curse 1944

The Mummy’s Curse 1944

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A scene from House of Frankenstein 1944

House of Frankenstein 1944

Films

House of Frankenstein 1944 follows a mad scientist who revives Count Dracula, the Wolf Man, and Frankenstein’s monster, leading to chaos and destruction.

Scene from Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931

Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931

Films

Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931 is a Spanish-language version of the English-language film released the same year.

A scene from The Invisible Woman 1940

The Invisible Woman 1940

Films

The Invisible Woman 1940 follows a young woman who is turned invisible by a scientist and uses her newfound power to help fight crime and foil a group of spies, leading to a series of hilarious and exciting adventures.

Scene from The Wolf Man 1941

The Wolf Man 1941

Films

The Wolf Man 1941 depicts a man’s struggle after being cursed to become a werewolf.

Scene from Invisible Agent 1942

Invisible Agent 1942

Films

Invisible Agent 1942 depicts the grandson of the original Invisible Man aiding the Allied forces in World War II.

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