Join your horror hosts as they harness the power of regenerative life force and build... a creature.

The first half of this episode is spoiler free for those who can't watch until the Netflix release!

Connect With The Broads

Podcast Jamie references: Betwixt The Sheets

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Horror of Frankenstein

03:18 Del Toro's Passion Project

06:28 Exploring Themes of Life and Death

09:04 The Influence of Mary Shelley

12:03 Critics and Expectations

15:01 Visual Storytelling and Cinematic Techniques

17:35 Character Development and Performances

20:10 Symbolism and Color in Frankenstein

22:59 Creature Design and Inspirations

25:41 Narrative Structure and Dialogue

28:23 Final Thoughts and Spoiler Discussion

28:59 Exploring Childhood Trauma and Relationships

31:34 The Role of Creation and Abandonment

34:33 Humor in Horror: The Confessional Scene

35:54 Life, Death, and the Nature of Humanity

38:24 The Significance of Family and Chosen Family

43:22 Parental Influence and the Cycle of Abuse

45:36 The Beauty of Empathy and Connection

48:31 The Creature's Perspective and the Meaning of Life

01:01:24 Del Toro's Mastery of Sensual Storytelling