There were multiple differences between Shelley’s Frankenstein and the film adaptations of Frankenstein. In the book, feelings felt by Victor Frankenstein upon creating the monster seemed to be different than those portrayed by him in the movie. For instance, the level of fear felt by Frankenstein in the book seemed much greater than that in the movie. In Shelley’s version, Victor Frankenstein was constantly worried about the monster he had created and the destruction it could potentially cause. He also feared that the monster would hurt him and his loved ones. In contrast, the film versions both showed Victor as being very enthusiastic and happy with regards to Frankenstein’s creation. From the moment the monster began moving, ran around the room, bursting with energy. Regardless of the fact that both film clips were short, there was no indication that Victor Frankenstein feared his monster.

Despite the different feelings felt by Victor Frankenstein in Shelley’s version of Frankenstein and the film clips, his level of surprise towards the creation of the monster seemed the same. In the book, Frankenstein was thrilled that he was able to create such a monster. Although he did fear the monster, he still was amazed at the idea that he did something so profound by himself. Similarly, the film clips also showed Victor Frankenstein filled with joy at the fact that his creation was alive and came to life. Therefore, although there may have been different levels of excitement felt by Victor Frankenstein when his monster came to life, he was still surprised in both the book and the films that he created something that came to life, on his own.