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Never Seen It Podcast — Episode 79 Frankenstein (2025)
Episode 79
Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
In this episode of The Never Seen It Podcast, we dive into Guillermo del Toro’s highly anticipated 2025 adaptation of Frankenstein. We’re joined by Arnie, Amber, Alex (aka Filipino Grigio), Chris (MilkmanAmerica), and Donnie for a wild, funny, and surprisingly deep discussion about one of literature and cinema’s most iconic monsters.We kick things off by talking about why this movie was chosen, how del Toro’s name alone carries massive expectations, and how genre films—especially gothic horror—are still treated unfairly by major awards shows. We break down the film’s long list of Oscar nominations and debate whether genre movies can ever truly compete in “prestige” categories.From there, we get into the heart of the movie:the monster.We all agree that Jacob Elordi’s performance as the creature is the emotional backbone of the film. Even buried under makeup and speaking very little, his physical acting, expressions, and vulnerability make him the most compelling character on screen. We talk about how this version finally centers the monster’s pain, loneliness, and need for acceptance—something that hits surprisingly close to home.We also unpack:The gothic horror tone and how it leans into classic literatureThe stunning production design, sets, costumes, and lightingWhether the movie is “too long” or perfectly pacedIf Frankenstein would’ve worked better as a limited seriesHow del Toro’s auteur vision clashes with mass-audience expectationsWhy streaming changed how people experienced this filmAmber brings up the anxiety-inducing tower set piece (yes, that hole), and we all agree that the architecture alone deserves an award. Chris argues that the movie’s length made him want even more character development, while Alex defends del Toro’s artistic intent and reminds us that “too long” is subjective—especially in the world of gothic storytelling.We also compare this adaptation to Mary Shelley’s original novel, including the cut third act involving the Bride of Frankenstein, and discuss what it means that del Toro chose not to include it. That leads to a broader conversation about adaptation, faithfulness, and creative freedom.Finally, we wrap with rapid-fire takes on the strongest and weakest characters, how the film balances horror with drama, and why—even with flaws—this Frankenstein stands as one of the most visually striking and emotionally resonant monster films in years.
