No. 28
BEAUTIFUL, YET HOLLOW
Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro · 2025 · 150m · Drama, Fantasy, Horror
"Only monsters play God."
Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist, brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.
62%
Critics
58%
Audience
Watch If
You crave sumptuous gothic aesthetics and don't mind a story that prioritizes mood over genuine emotional impact.
Skip If
You're looking for a 'Frankenstein' that truly grapples with its philosophical weight or delivers genuine scares.
Best Consumed While
Admiring the set design, perhaps with a very expensive, slightly melancholic cocktail.
ScorecardThe Multi-Axis Verdict
Worth Your Time
6/10
Fun Factor
4/10
Originality
5/10
Visual Craft
9/10
Pretension Index
7/10
Rewatchability
3/10
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