A chilling new vision of Mary Shelley’s classic has arrived. Guillermo del Toro’sFrankenstein, starring Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, and Mia Goth, is now captivating audiences in select cinemas and streaming on Netflix.
Early reactions are overwhelmingly positive, with Metro film critic Tori Brazier declaring it Netflix’s “most epic film yet.” She awarded the film four out of five stars, praising its vibrant, dramatic, and macabre atmosphere.
Del Toro doesn’t simply retell the familiar story. Instead, he introduces compelling deviations from the original tale, crafting a dark and insightful study of life and death perfectly suited for the screen.
The director is no stranger to critically acclaimed fantasy and horror. His previous works, including the hauntingPan’s Labyrinth, the Oscar-winningThe Shape of Water, and the darkly imaginativeHellboy, have cemented his reputation as a visionary filmmaker.
Del Toro’s recent collaboration with Netflix, a stunning adaptation ofPinocchiostarring Ewan McGregor and David Bradley, proved his ability to breathe new life into beloved stories. That film garnered a remarkable 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Pinocchio’s success extended to awards season, earning Del Toro a Golden Globe, a BAFTA, and an Academy Award for best animated feature. Now, fans are eagerly anticipating whetherFrankensteinwill achieve a similar level of recognition.
This new adaptation promises a deeply emotional and visually arresting experience, exploring the timeless themes of creation, abandonment, and the very nature of humanity.
