Step into the gothic abyss with Monsters Up North as we unpack Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (2025) — now streaming on Netflix.In this haunting new adaptation, Del Toro (of Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water) brings Mary Shelley’s classic to life in a deeply personal, visually stunning way.Oscar Isaac plays Dr. Victor Frankenstein, the brilliant but tortured scientist obsessed with creating life. Jacob Elordi is cast as the Creature, delivering a performance that channels both innocence and monstrous tragedy. Mia Goth features as Elizabeth Harlander, Victor’s fiancée — bringing vulnerability and gothic romance to the story. Christoph Waltz, Felix Kammerer, Lars Mikkelsen, David Bradley, and Charles Dance round out a powerhouse supporting cast.Del Toro has called Shelley’s novel “the Bible” for him — but he’s interpreted it “in a different key, with a different emotion.What did you make of Frankenstein 2025? Did del Toro’s monster live up to the legend?

The moon is full, the woods are dark, and The Monsters Up North Podcast is heading straight into the world of The Howling. We explore the film’s eerie mood, iconic monster designs, and the secrets lurking beneath its cult status. Tune in… if you dare.
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Today’s special we look at the line between true crime in the movies. What is informative and what is considered as glamorisation? Join us today for a deep dive into the chilling world where fact meets fiction! In this episode, we explore iconic films inspired by real-life crimes, from the brutal murders that sparked The Silence of the Lambs to the twisted tales behind Zodiac and Monster. Uncover the shocking true stories, the Hollywood twists, and how these movies captured the public's fascination with evil. If you love true crime and cinema, this is a must-watch!Follow Monsters up North:Instagram: / monstersupnorthpodcast Tiktok: / monstersupnorthpodcast Facebook page: / monstersupnorthpodcast Follow Bleading Marvelous: Bleading Marvelous - bleadingmarvelous.comInstagram / bleadingmarvelouscom Facebook / bleadingmarvelous Follow Nerdy Up North:Facebook: / nerdyupnorth Instagram: / nerdyupnorth Twitch: / nerdyupnorth