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91 Years Later, HBO Max Just Quietly Added The Original Feminist Frankenstein Story

Before you see 'The Bride!' watch James Whale's original 'Bride of Frankenstein,' now streaming on HBO Max.

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The Bride! star Christian Bale 'cherry-picked' from previous Frankenstein depictions

Christian Bale has revealed that he took his favourite bits from previous portrayals of Frankenstein into his depiction of Mary Shelley's famous monster in Maggie Gyllenhaal's new movie The Bride!.

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Christian Bale "cherry-picked" his version of Frankenstein's monster from the bits Mary Shelley and Boris Karloff "got right" for The Bride: "'Oh, apparently he's got a flat head'? That's wrong"

Exclusive: The Bride star Christian Bale opens up on his more human version of Frankenstein's monster

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90 Years Later, A Legendary Actor Still Elevates A Forgotten Horror

Boris Karloff is dead and loving to get paid for it.

Inverse

Meet Orangey, the award-winning cat who stole the limelight

'I wish my career was as good as Orangey's.' At least one Hollywood celebrity would have thought of this in their struggling career. When humans were struggling to find their space in the cine space, there was this one cat in Hollywood who has won not just attention but also…

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Frankenstein doesn’t feel 200 years old

Frankenstein's enduring legacy is highlighted as a Best Picture nominee marks its first Oscar recognition. From film adaptations to novels and podcasts, Mary Shelley's 1818 masterpiece continues to inspire, exploring themes of misunderstood monsters and the ethical implications of scientific advancement, even as AI emerges.

The Times of India

80 Years Ago, An Ill-Advised Horror Sequel Marked The End Of An Iconic Era

Here's how 'House of Dracula' brought an ignoble end to the classic era of Universal Monsters.

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5 best Frankenstein movies, ranked —and where you can stream them

Guillermo del Toro's new 'Frankenstein' movie joins the ranks of numerous adaptations.

Tom’s Guide

The Story Behind Netflix's Most Visually Stunning Gothic Fantasy Ever

The team behind Netflix's 'Frankenstein' revived a 200-year-old story into a hauntingly fresh fable.

Inverse

There are over 70 new HBO Max movies in November 2025 – here are 3 sci-fi hits with over 80% on Rotten Tomatoes

From apes to demons, there's some great sci-fi hitting HBO Max this November.

TechRadar

“It’s like the Hummingbird only evil”: Kirk Hammett’s new Custom Shop signature Raven dresses up the classic Gibson acoustic for Halloween

This collector's item is limited to 100 units worldwide, has a soundhole label signed by Metallica guitarist, and has aesthetic updates that just the thing for the horror superfan

MusicRadar

60 Years Ago, A Forgotten Boris Karloff B-Movie Adapted An Impossible Sci-Fi Horror Story

'Die Monster Die!' adapted H.P. Lovecraft with a refreshing trashiness.

Inverse

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: ‘Frankenstein’ – The film Guillermo del Toro was born to make

Obsession leading to cruelty was Victor Frankenstein’s undoing. But can obsession leading to artistry be Guillermo del Toro’s triumph?

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Lumière Film Festival: Guillermo del Toro on 'Frankenstein', AI and the ‘dangerous times’ we live in

"Art is not only necessary, it is urgent. And AI can go f*ck itself!” Guillermo del Toro is a guest of honour at this year’s Lumière Film Festival. He presents his adaptation of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein", which audiences got to see on the big screen before it streams on Netflix…

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90 Years Later, The Most Important Sci-Fi Horror Sequel Ever Just Got A Huge Upgrade

For its 90th anniversary, the iconic horror sequel 'The Bride of Frankenstein' just got a 4K upgrade.

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Jacob Elordi Was Unsure About Watching Frankenstein Movies Before Playing His Monster, And I Love The F-Bomb-Laced Advice Guillermo Del Toro Had

Big shoes to fill (no pun intended)!

The Independent UK

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein dreams are alive

“Frankenstein” may be the culmination of Guillermo del Toro’s artistic life

Metal Hammer

“All of a sudden we’re satanic and controversial. People wanna buy our records and burn them? Go ahead!” Why heavy metal fell in love with the Devil

For as long as it’s existed, heavy metal has been obsessed with the Devil. We investigate why.

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Frankenstein goes old school? Jacob Elordi channels Boris Karloff

Early pictures from Guillermo del Toro’s forthcoming Frankenstein for Netflix suggest new levels of creepiness helped by a throwback to the original horrors

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Vintage Hollywood Pictures That Showcase A Nostalgic Bit Of History (27 Pics)

Historic moments from Old Hollywood, when it seemed as though a new star was born each and every day.

Inverse

80 Years Ago, Two Horror Legends Starred Together For The Final Time

Karloff and Lugosi's last collaboration is also their most underrated.

Inverse

90 Years Ago, A Forgotten Horror Movie Beat A Monster-Movie Classic To The Punch

Six years before Universal's 'The Wolf Man,' 'Werewolf of London' introduced a horror icon to the silver screen.

The Independent UK

First ever image of Frankenstein’s Monster in print set to go on auction

It’s Frankenstein’s Monster as you’ve never seen him before

WhatToWatch

Frankenstein: release date, cast, plot, trailer, first look and everything you need to know

Frankenstein is a new Netflix movie that sees Guillermo del Toro recreate the classic horror tale starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi.

Metal Hammer

“At one point he brings out his death ray and starts randomly firing it at people. It’s just totally insane!”: Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett’s five favourite cult horror movie villains

Kirk Hammett knows his horror – and these are his ultimate movie villains

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