The Director's Take on Mary Shelley's Classic Trailer Is Blessedly Dark and Atmospheric
The acclaimed director's new film Frankenstein stands as a highly awaited films of 2025. Produced in partnership with Netflix, Del Toro's version of the Gothic tale faithfully adapts from Mary Shelley's original 19th-century work.
With the creature (not monster) unveiled recently, we've just had one question: when can we expect the film's trailer?
Surprisingly, the answer is now. Released on the first of October — a perfectly haunting timing — the film's teaser displays the assembling of the creature inside Frankenstein's workshop.
The trailer further illustrates the creation stirring, bringing about turmoil and disorder in order to locate the creator who left him.
The destruction left behind after their encounter when brought together are also highlighted. Visually, it's both breathtaking and heartbreaking, suggesting it will certainly become essential viewing for film enthusiasts during the fall months.
Filmmaker's Viewpoint: Beyond the Horror Genre
Del Toro has explored numerous horror-related projects for a long time.
On the surface, it looks very much to fit the bill. Yet, despite that, Del Toro himself has stated that it shouldn't be classified as horror.
"This is a deeply moving tale from my perspective. It’s as personal as anything. I’m asking a question regarding fatherhood and sonhood… I’m not doing a horror movie — by any means."
Leading Actors
Starring Oscar Isaac as the scientist Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi cast as the creature given life, those familiar with the book understand the layers to this tale than cheap scares.
It involves intense emotion, death, along with a clear desire to be accepted and embraced. How Del Toro will capture the heart of these concepts is yet to be revealed.
Release Details
Happily, the wait is nearly over. Viewers can catch a short cinema engagement eligible for awards in select theaters beginning October 17th, before making its way to Netflix from early November.
