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Venice Film Festival: Del Toro's Frankenstein and Pro-Palestinian Protests

8/27/2025

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Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein premieres at the Venice Film Festival, exploring humanity and monstrosity.
The festival emphasizes "monsters," showcasing films about historical dictators and current conflicts, mirroring societal concerns.
A pro-Palestinian protest will call for the withdrawal of celebrity invites supporting Israel.
The competition includes 21 films, featuring notable works from directors Yorgos Lanthimos and Noah Baumbach.

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Story summary

Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein premieres at the Venice Film Festival, exploring humanity and monstrosity.
The festival emphasizes "monsters," showcasing films about historical dictators and current conflicts, mirroring societal concerns.
A pro-Palestinian protest will call for the withdrawal of celebrity invites supporting Israel.
The competition includes 21 films, featuring notable works from directors Yorgos Lanthimos and Noah Baumbach.