Jacob Elordi's chilling debut in Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Frankenstein has been unveiled, offering a glimpse of terror.
Jacob Elordi has been chosen as the new actor to portray the monster in Guillermo del Toro's upcoming adaptation of Frankenstein. The Australian actor, known for his roles in shows like Euphoria and The Kissing Booth, steps into the shoes left vacant by Andrew Garfield, who had to withdraw from the project mere weeks before production.
Elordi prepared for his role by immersing himself in the world of classic horror. He binge-watched all of Boris Karloff's movies and decorated his apartment with Bernie Wrightson's art, both of which have significantly influenced del Toro's interpretation of the Frankenstein monster.
Del Toro, known for his signature practical makeup effects, has chosen to create the monster using these techniques, as seen in films like The Shape of Water and Pan's Labyrinth. The monster's appearance is a blend of vulnerability and menace, with green skin partially concealed beneath bandages and bulky clothing. Elordi's creature appears more like a broken statue, with a haunting, innocent gaze that conveys much without words.
The film's aesthetic leans into the poetic macabre, with foggy graveyards, apocalyptic labs, and costumes featuring soot-stained silks and bloodied cuffs. This gothic setting adds layers of atmosphere around the creature's world.
Guillermo del Toro considers Elordi to be the perfect actor for the monster, finding him both intimidating and fitting for the role. The actor's physicality and demeanor, as well as his dedication to the character, were key factors in his casting. Make-up artist Mike Hill, who was responsible for the monster's design, also praised Elordi's embodiment of the monster, despite the rushed production due to Garfield's departure.
Elordi's character is described as having an innocent demeanor encompassed in a six-foot-five frame. He turned his apartment into a shrine to all things related to the creature, further demonstrating his commitment to the role.
Frankenstein comes to Netflix in November, promising a unique interpretation of the classic character that is both visually stunning and emotionally resonant. For more updates and insights into the film, including plot hints, characters, and new pictures, visit Vanity Fair.
- To prepare for his role as the Frankenstein monster, Jacob Elordi delved into the world of classic horror, watching all of Boris Karloff's movies and adorning his apartment with Bernie Wrightson's art, which have significantly influenced Guillermo del Toro's interpretation.
- In Guillermo del Toro's upcoming adaptation of Frankenstein, Elordi's monster is depicted as a blend of vulnerability and menace, with green skin partially concealed beneath bandages and bulky clothing, reminiscent of del Toro's signature practical makeup effects seen in films like The Shape of Water and Pan's Labyrinth.
- In addition to showcasing his dedication to the role by turning his apartment into a shrine to all things related to the creature, Jacob Elordi's character in Frankenstein is described as having an innocent demeanor encompassed in a six-foot-five frame, a perfect fit for Guillermo del Toro's unique interpretation of the classic character.
