Profs & Pints: Frankie Goes to Hollywood

Wednesday, October 28th | Tickets On Sale Now!, 2026 | 6:00 – 8:30 PM
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Join us at Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar in LoDo Denver for an evening of horror, film history, and pop culture with Dr. Andrew Scahill, Associate Professor of Film & Media at the University of Colorado Denver and researcher of horror, monstrosity, and adaptation.

Doors open at 5 PM, giving guests plenty of time to enjoy craft cocktails, local beers, happy hour specials, and dinner before the presentation begins at 6:30 PM.

In this fascinating Profs & Pints talk, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Dr. Scahill explores how Mary Shelley's Frankenstein has evolved over the past 200 years, inspiring everything from Edward Scissorhands and The Iron Giant to superhero films, comedies, musicals, and queer cult classics. Discover why Frankenstein remains one of the most adaptable stories ever created and how filmmakers continue to breathe new life into Shelley’s iconic monster.

Whether you're a horror fan, movie enthusiast, literature lover, or simply looking for unique events in Denver, this engaging discussion will offer a fresh perspective on one of the most influential stories in popular culture.