Island of Lost Souls (1932)

Island of Lost Souls (1932) – In this adaptation of H.G. Wells’ novel The Island of Doctor Moreau, Edward Parker (Richard Arlen) is shipwrecked on a remote island presided over by the mysterious Dr. Moreau (Charles Laughton).

Edward discovers his host is conducting genetic experiments and presiding over a race of half-human, half-animal hybrids, including the alluring Panther Woman and the sage Sayer of the Law (Bela Lugosi). The island has become its own society, with Moreau as its god.

1932. Not rated. Run time: 1h 10m.
Location: GE Theatre

Island of Lost Souls is part of the “Our Monsters, Ourselves: The Legacy of Pre-code Horror” Series in collaboration with Union College and will be introduced by Andrew Burkett, Program Director of Science, Technology and Society; Co-Director of the Templeton Institute; and Professor of English at Union College.