The following is a collection of print media from the initial runs of 1957's "The Curse of Frankenstein" in the Pacific Northwest. "X the Unknown" (1956) was the second feature in both cities.
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The Curse of Frankenstein (1957)
While awaiting execution for murder, Baron Victor Frankenstein tells the story of a creature he built and brought to life - only for it to behave not as he intended.
Director: Terence Fisher
Writers: Jimmy Sangster (screenplay)
Stars: Peter Cushing, Hazel Court, Robert Urquhart
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X the Unknown (1956)
A radioactive, mud-like creature terrorizes a Scottish village.
Directors: Leslie Norman, Joseph Losey (uncredited)
Writer: Jimmy Sangster (story)
Stars: Dean Jagger, Edward Chapman, Leo McKern
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July 23, 1958 ad (Portland)
July 21, 1958 photo (Portland)
July 21, 1958 photo (Portland)
July 22, 1958 ad (Portland)
July 22, 1958 article (Portland)
July 22, 1958 ad (Portland)
July 22, 1958 ad (Seattle)
July 23, 1958 ad (Seattle)
July 23, 1958 photo (Seattle)
July 24, 1958 article (Portland)
July 24 1958 ad (Seattle)
July 24 1958 photo (Seattle)
The Curse of Frankenstein (1957) trailer
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X the Unknown (1956) trailer
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