Netflix Releases Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' Trailer Featuring Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac

Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," a fresh adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic, features Jacob Elordi as the monster and Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein, emphasizing the monster's perspective and emotional depth. The film explores themes of love, rage, and the human spirit, with Elordi's character portrayed through a haunting voice and a striking physical transformation, inspired partly by the Crimean War's mutilated soldiers. The story shifts from the usual focus on Frankenstein himself to the creature's narrative, highlighting his demand for love or an indulgence in rage. The film has been well-received on the festival circuit, including Venice, Telluride, and Toronto, where it was a runner-up for the People’s Choice Award, indicating strong Oscar potential. Del Toro describes the film as a tale of forgiveness and understanding, not just a cautionary story about scientific hubris, and the movie features a notable cast including Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz. Netflix will release the film globally on November 7, following a limited theatrical run starting October 17.