Del Toro's Vision for Mary Shelley's Classic Teaser Is Exquisitely Gothic
Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein stands as a highly awaited films set for next year. Produced in partnership with Netflix, the filmmaker's interpretation of the Gothic tale closely follows from Mary Shelley's original 19th-century work.
With the creature (not monster) shown earlier, we've just had one question: what is the release date the Frankenstein trailer?
In fact, it has just arrived. Unveiled on October 1st — an appropriately eerie day — the Frankenstein trailer shows us the assembling of the creature inside Frankenstein's workshop.
Additionally, we see the creation stirring, bringing about turmoil and disorder as it searches for the master that abandoned him.
The destruction left behind after their encounter as they meet are also highlighted. The footage appears stunning and sorrowful, and teases this will easily be essential viewing for film enthusiasts during the fall months.
Filmmaker's Viewpoint: Beyond the Horror Genre
The director has been involved in many horror and horror-adjacent pies for a long time.
At first glance, it looks very much to fit the bill. Yet, despite that, the director has emphasized that it shouldn't be classified as horror.
"This is a deeply moving tale for me. It’s as personal as anything. I'm exploring themes about being a father, being a son… I’m not doing a horror movie — at all."
Leading Actors
Featuring Oscar Isaac playing Dr. Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the being brought to life, readers of Shelley's novel know that there's more to this tale than cheap scares.
It involves intense emotion, death, plus an unmistakable yearning for acceptance and love. How Del Toro will capture the core of these ideas remains to be seen.
When to Watch
Happily, we won't have to wait long. The film will have a brief, awards-qualifying theatrical run at specific cinemas starting Oct. 17, prior to its Netflix debut from early November.
