Frankenstein at the LFF review: a vampy, campy Gothic fever-dream

Frankenstein at the LFF Review

A vampy, campy Gothic fever-dream, this adaptation of Mary Shelley's book turns up the moody vibes to 100.

It's been 200 years since Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein, yet its themes - man's arrogance, cruelty, and inhumanity to man - still feel relevant.

With excellent performances from an all-star cast and killer costume design, this take on the story has lessons to teach us.

Factor in some killer costume design and excellent performances from an all-star cast, and what you have is something that still has lessons to teach us.

Guillermo del Toro puts his own spin on the story, making it a unique adaptation.

Author's summary: A faithful adaptation of Frankenstein with a modern twist.

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London Evening Standard London Evening Standard — 2025-10-14

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