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Del Toro's $120M 'Frankenstein' Explores Hubris, Premieres in Venice

8/30/2025

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Story summary

Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," featuring Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac, examines hubris and technology, not as an AI cautionary tale.
Del Toro prioritizes practical effects, supported by actor Christoph Waltz.
The film has a $120 million budget, premieres at the Venice Film Festival, and will have a limited theatrical release before streaming on Netflix.

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Story summary

Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," featuring Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac, examines hubris and technology, not as an AI cautionary tale.
Del Toro prioritizes practical effects, supported by actor Christoph Waltz.
The film has a $120 million budget, premieres at the Venice Film Festival, and will have a limited theatrical release before streaming on Netflix.