Guillermo del Toro's lifelong fascination with Frankenstein rivals even the creature's creator. A recent Netflix preview showcased a first look at his highly anticipated adaptation, though a trailer remains elusive until summer. The image revealed Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein.
Del Toro, in a video message, confessed his decades-long dedication to the project, stating, "This film has been on my mind since I was a child—for 50 years. I’ve been trying to make it for 20 to 25 years. In fact, some people may even think I am a little bit obsessed with Frankenstein." He playfully gestured to his extensive Frankenstein collection at Bleak House, his renowned home.
Brief glimpses of footage were shared, depicting Isaac's Victor Frankenstein confronting Mia Goth, a seemingly wealthy aristocrat, and Jacob Elordi's portrayal of the monster—described as having long black hair, stitched gray skin, and piercing red eyes. This footage, however, remains unavailable online.
Del Toro poignantly concluded, "Over the decades, the character has fused with my soul in a way that it has become an autobiography. It doesn’t get more personal than this." His long-held ambition to bring Frankenstein to the screen underscores the deeply personal nature of this adaptation. The film's lengthy development process is a testament to del Toro's unwavering commitment.
