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Radu Jude Unveils Dracula and Frankenstein at Locarno

8/10/2025

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Romanian filmmaker Radu Jude is set to captivate audiences with his new film, Dracula, at the Locarno Film Festival. In an exciting twist, he’s also penning a Frankenstein tale featuring Sebastian Stan in a dual role as both Victor Frankenstein and his monstrous creation. Jude’s previous work, Kontinental ’25, powerfully tackled Romania's housing crisis.

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Romanian filmmaker Radu Jude is set to captivate audiences with his new film, Dracula, at the Locarno Film Festival. In an exciting twist, he’s also penning a Frankenstein tale featuring Sebastian Stan in a dual role as both Victor Frankenstein and his monstrous creation. Jude’s previous work, Kontinental ’25, powerfully tackled Romania's housing crisis.