Dracula- 1931
Tries to let the image do the taking rather than the characters. Doesnt exactly work, but it was one of the first to attempt that. The original Nosforatu stands as the king of image fright

Frankenstein- 1931
Though the ending drops off into nothing, the bulk of the film was very entertaining. However, having been born 50 years after the 30s, I found myself wanting to watch.....

Young Frankenstein- 1974
What can I say about any Mel Brooks film that hasnt been said. This was the role Marty Feldman was born to play (as much as I hate that saying) and though not Brooks' best film, it is a great watch. The director's commentary, though slow in parts was very entertaining as well