Actor Joseph Maher (1933)

Frankenweenie (1984) is an American featurette boasting elements of science fiction, comedy, and horror. Tim Burton directs and co-writes the film with Leonard Ripps. The story follows young Victor Frankenstein, who enjoys making movies with his pet Bull Terrier Sparky. Tragically, Sparky is hit by a car and passes away. However, while learning about electrical impulses in muscles at school, Victor is inspired to use his scientific knowledge to bring his beloved pet back to life. He sets up an intricate lab in his attic and uses lightning to reanimate Sparky. Though ...