Cast
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Frank Welker
as Fred / Scooby-Doo (voice)
Matthew Lillard
as Shaggy (voice)
Mindy Cohn
as Velma (Voice)
Grey DeLisle
as Daphne (voice)
Dee Bradley Baker
as C.L. Magnus / Mr. Burger (voice)
Diedrich Bader
as Mrs. Vanders (voice)
Susanne Blakeslee
as Townswoman (voice)
Eric Bauza
as Daphanatic / Rock Dude (voice)
Jeff Bennett
as Iago / Schmidlap (voice)
Kevin Michael Richardson
as Cuthbert Crawley / Inspector Krunch (voice)
Candi Milo
as Gypsy / Lila (voice)
Corey Burton
as Baron Basil (voice)
Fred Tatasciore
as Frankencreep (voice)
John Stephenson
as Roger (voice) (archive footage)
Casey Kasem
as Shaggy Rogers (voice) (archive footage)
Crew
Director
- Paul McEvoy
Writer
- James Krieg
Producer
- Paul McEvoy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Paul McEvoy brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 74 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 111 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 71 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 941 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Humor Risk, which focuses more on action than character development, Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Scooby-Doo! WrestleMania Mystery and D Company explore similar territory, Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: August 5, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 14m
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