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Guillermo del Toro Rejects AI in Filmmaking at Gotham Awards

12/2/2025

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Guillermo del Toro expressed opposition to artificial intelligence in filmmaking while accepting the Vanguard Tribute for Frankenstein at the Gotham Awards.
He said the artistry shines on every frame and that Frankenstein was "willfully made by humans, for humans," noting his lifelong connection to Mary Shelley's work.
Del Toro praised his cast, Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac, and Frankenstein premiered on Netflix on October 17, with nine Oscar categories expected.

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Guillermo del Toro expressed opposition to artificial intelligence in filmmaking while accepting the Vanguard Tribute for Frankenstein at the Gotham Awards.
He said the artistry shines on every frame and that Frankenstein was "willfully made by humans, for humans," noting his lifelong connection to Mary Shelley's work.
Del Toro praised his cast, Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac, and Frankenstein premiered on Netflix on October 17, with nine Oscar categories expected.