Del Toro Reinvents Frankenstein: Less Scares, More Feelings 🧟♂️💔
Guillermo del Toro is about to prove that Frankenstein can be more tear-jerking than terrifying. In his new adaptation, the monster isn't chasing villagers with torches, but probably writing melancholic poetry and questioning his existence. It seems that this time the lightning and thunder stayed in the lab, because what matters here are the raw emotions (or stitches).
"It's as if Frankenstein had gone to therapy and discovered Brené Brown" - commented a film critic between sips of coffee.
What Makes This Monster Different
Forget the classic brute who only knows how to grunt. This version promises:
- Deep dialogues: More Shakespeare than "Grrr!"
- Existential drama: Who am I? Why was I created?
- Zero cheap scares: No doors opening by themselves
- Lots of emotional sewing: Literally and metaphorically
A Cast That's Scary (They're So Good)
Del Toro assembled a dream team of actors that includes:
- Oscar Isaac as Dr. Frankenstein (daddy issues version)
- Jacob Elordi as the monster (the tallest and handsomest in history)
- Mia Goth proving that horror can be glamorous
- Christoph Waltz playing a sinister scientist (as only he can)
With this cast, even the ugliest monster would feel insecure. 🎭
The Soundtrack of Monstrous Drama
Alexandre Desplat composes a score that:
- No classic musical scares
- Lots of melody to accompany existential crises
- Perfect for crying while looking at a stitched-together being
- Ideal for a "Stylish Depression" playlist
Conclusion: When the Real Monster Is Loneliness
Del Toro seems determined to prove that the real terror isn't lightning or bolts in the neck, but the inability to connect with others. This version of Frankenstein promises to make us reflect, feel emotional, and maybe even cry, though it probably won't scare us even once.
And if the movie doesn't work out in the end, we can always console ourselves by thinking that at least Jacob Elordi as the monster is easy on the eyes... even with scars. 😉