A field surgeon suffering from PTSD after combat in the Middle East creates a living human out of body parts in his Brooklyn lab.
A modern reimagining of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, "Depraved" follows Henry, a brilliant but tormented surgeon, who loses his wife in a tragic accident. Consumed by grief and ambition, he reconstructs his wife's body using his own severed limbs, bringing her back to life as a new, unfamiliar entity. This creation, known as 'The Woman,' grapples with fragmented memories and a primal urge for connection, while Henry struggles to control his monstrous experiment and confront the ethical and emotional fallout of his actions.
Larry Fessenden's "Depraved" received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its ambitious modernization of the Frankenstein mythos and Fessenden's signature atmospheric horror. The film was noted for its philosophical depth and unsettling tone, though some found its pacing deliberate. Performances, particularly David Call's portrayal of Henry, were frequently highlighted as strengths.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated "Depraved" for its intelligent reimagining of the Frankenstein story, with many finding it to be a well-crafted and thought-provoking horror film. The film's unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth were frequently cited as positives.
Director Larry Fessenden also stars in the film as the character 'The Man,' who plays a significant role in the creation process of 'The Woman.'
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