Dr. Victor Frankenstein, ein brillanter, aber egoistischer Wissenschaftler, erweckt in einem monströsen Experiment eine Kreatur zum Leben, die letztendlich zum Untergang sowohl des Schöpfers als auch seiner tragischen Schöpfung führt.
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- rg9400vor 1 TagI was incredibly excited for this adaptation because Frankenstein is one of the best books I've ever read, and Guillermo del Toro has made one of the best movies I've ever watched in Pan's Labyrinth. It seemed like a pairing made in heaven, and I felt I had to drive out to see this in a theater to do it justice instead of waiting for it on Netflix streaming. To say I was incredibly disappointed would be an understatement. First off, this movie is long. It is 2.5 hours, and it feels it. It is split into two halves from two separate perspectives, and both had lots of moments that dragged, though I would say the first half is the one where there is a lot more padding. To be honest, the slowness of the movie almost makes me think that GDT made this movie *for* Netflix, cognizant that there will be a ton of viewers who would be using it as background viewing moreso than actively paying attention. In theaters though, that pacing felt glacial. There are some gorgeous shots as you would expect from the director, but I was honestly disappointed overall with the cinematography. It goes back to the length. The pieces in between gorgeous shots, lush costume/monster design, and great practical effects are littered with really flat, dull imagery. The castle has this Netflix sheen to it, and maybe because I was watching it on a gigantic screen, but it just did not impress me. Again, I feel like GDT made this movie for the streaming platform and not for a cinematic experience. Similarly, the music left me wanting. It takes a much softer, gentler approach with more piano melodies. It pairs with what he is trying to do with the story and the character, but it results in a less dynamic sound. Again, in the theater, it was notable how limp it felt, never rousing, never deeply emotional, never impactful. I could probably forgive a lot of these technical mishaps. I do think directors should be making movies for the big screen even if they are funded by a streamer, but I get that only a handful of people would be watching this outside of Netflix. It has a very limited and short release. The problem is that these issues were only the tip of the iceberg. This is not a faithful adaptation of Frankenstein. It is radically different actually. I am not a book purist, and I am okay with directors taking creative liberties to try and make a story their own. However, those changes need to actually be good and engaging and compelling and entertaining. None of these changes are that. First off, the central core theme of the story is completely lost despite that theme being extremely timely. GDT bookends the movie by trying to emphasize the idea of man pushing too far in the name of progress, but that is not what this movie is really about. It takes a very different approach to the creature and the character of Victor Frankenstein. I get what he was trying to do, but honestly, it's just boring. And overdrawn. The message and idea are fairly clear early on, but the movie keeps trying to illustrate the same point. It doesn't even do a particularly good job at it. Characters treat the Creature based on what the plot needs them to do, not based on some sort of inherent character development. For a story that takes almost 1.5 hours to setup the character of Victor and to a lesser degree Elizabeth, it's crazy how little their characters in the second half are actually extensions of whatever we spent watching for the first half. In going with this approach, GDT also strips out the entire horror and tension from the story. This is not a creature feature or a movie filled with pulse-pounding dread. Again, while that is the movie I was expecting, I might have been okay with it had the changes actually felt deeply thematic, dripping with pathos, or very character-driven. I do not think they were. The real highlight of the movie was Jacob Elordi as the Creature. He did a fantastic job, and alongside some nice set and costume designs, helped salvage a movie that I thought was really weak otherwise. Overall, this was a huge miss for GDT. Some gorgeous shots and strong acting aside, there is a lot I disliked about it. Ironically, I find myself thinking about the theme of the original. A man who thinks he knows better cobbling together an amalgamation of parts, stitching pieces that did not belong together in the original body, just to inject unnatural life into something that has already had its time. At least Victor experienced horror at the shambling monstrosity that he created. GDT could learn a thing or two from that story.
- Austin Burke3. November 2025This is one of Guillermo del Toro’s finest achievements. Not only does this film hit on expected themes with elegance, but the style and overall visuals are even more impactful than anticipated. Tackling this journey of pain, loss, and forgiveness takes nuance, and there is so much consistency with how it presents these characters. Isaac and Goth are excellent, but Elordi is the showstopper, and an Oscar nomination could be in the cards. The storytelling method occasionally meanders and could cause pacing problems for some, but the emotional impact is perfectly executed. Frankenstein is the real deal.
- BigRett7. November 2025Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein is a triumph of vision, mood, and emotional depth, a film that feels both timeless and entirely new. As someone who has followed his work for years, this might be his most mature and haunting creation yet. Del Toro approaches Mary Shelley’s story with reverence, but he never allows the film to become a simple retelling. Instead, he reshapes it into a tragic meditation on creation, abandonment, and the brutal cost of longing for connection. The production design is extraordinary. Every frame is layered with texture and atmosphere, from the cold laboratories soaked in candlelight to the sweeping, desolate European landscapes that feel alive with melancholy. It is unmistakably del Toro, yet more restrained and grounded than some of his earlier work. The world he builds is gothic and beautiful without ever becoming self-indulgent. The performances elevate the film even further. The Creature is portrayed with heartbreaking vulnerability, and the film gives him more emotional clarity than most adaptations. Victor Frankenstein is equally compelling, a man torn between brilliance and fear, his moral unraveling captured in small, precise moments. Their scenes together carry a weight that lingers long after the credits roll. The score is haunting and elegant, weaving itself into the film’s emotional rhythm without overwhelming it. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the story to breathe and giving every moment purpose. When the film reaches its final act, the emotional impact feels earned, not manufactured. What makes Frankenstein truly magnificent is the way del Toro treats the story not as horror, but as tragedy. He approaches the Creature with profound empathy, and in doing so, he transforms the narrative into something deeply human. This is not a film about monsters. It is a film about what happens when compassion fails and responsibility is abandoned. As a longtime admirer of del Toro’s work, this feels like the culmination of everything he has been building toward. It is visually stunning, emotionally rich, and crafted with the care of a storyteller who understands both the darkness and the beauty of the human soul. If this is the version of Frankenstein that will define the story for a new generation, it deserves that place without question.
- Zokkiie29. November 2025Surprisingly good take on the story — moody, stylish, and way better than most reboots. The creature feels more tragic than scary, the performances land, and it all carries the same classic weight Karloff brought, just with a modern edge. Slows down a bit at times, but overall a very cool revival.
- Mr710. November 2025As of Nov this is the best movie I've seen this year. The weakest point is the relationship between the Elizabeth and the monster. Could have been explored slightly more. 2 1/2 hrs long and the movie could have been longer with no issue. Fantastic pacing. Everything about this movie is excellent. Best Frankenstein ever made, Oscar Isaac nails it as Dr. Frankenstein. Del Toro hits a home run.
- Arniox22. Mai 2026This was far better then expected. An excellent, extremely well paced, well acted, well written story of tragedy and loss and love and grief and horror. The way it's told reminded me alot of Nosferatu which I also thought was incredable. Its not for everyone though. This is bringing back a very specific kindof story telling. Slow, methodical, mythical and ethereal story telling. Gothic horror. Where the movie begins at the ending, where the players have made all their moves, and begin to recount their tails of woe. Beautifully done.
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Frankenstein wurde am 17. Oktober 2025 veröffentlicht.
Regie in Frankenstein führte(n) Guillermo del Toro.
Frankenstein hat eine Spielzeit von 2 Std., 30 Min..
Frankenstein wurde produziert von J. Miles Dale, Guillermo del Toro, Scott Stuber.
Dr. Victor Frankenstein, ein brillanter, aber egoistischer Wissenschaftler, erweckt in einem monströsen Experiment eine Kreatur zum Leben, die letztendlich zum Untergang sowohl des Schöpfers als auch seiner tragischen Schöpfung führt.
Die Hauptcharaktere in Frankenstein sind Victor Frankenstein (Oscar Isaac), The Creature (Jacob Elordi), Harlander (Christoph Waltz).
Frankenstein ist bewertet mit 16.
Frankenstein ist eine Horror, Drama, Science Fiction Film.
Frankenstein hat eine Benutzerbewertung von 9.4 von 10.
Frankenstein hatte ein Budget von 120 Mio. $.
Frankenstein erzielte Einnhamen von 480.678 $ an den Kinokassen.