Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein is finally on Netflix—here’s why this Creature-first, practical-effects gothic works (and where it stumbles).
We break down Oscar Isaac’s Victor, Jacob Elordi’s heartbreaking Creature, Mia Goth’s dual role, and the film’s lush, tactile world.

We caught an early festival screening and a limited theatrical run before release, so this episode digs into the performances, the production design (including those glorious built sets), and why this isn’t a shot-for-shot adaptation but a bold interpretation that honors Mary Shelley’s spirit. We also trace Frankenstein’s cultural afterlife and tease where the Bride may rise next.

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