Guillermo del Toro and Oscar Isaac Bring Latin Culture to 'Frankenstein'
The masterminds behind the long-awaited adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel, Guillermo del Toro and Oscar Isaac, have opened up about how their Latin culture informed their take on the iconic story. The duo revealed that their shared heritage played a significant role in shaping Victor Frankenstein's character, with del Toro stating that their Latinness "connected us" from day one.
For del Toro, the patriarchal dynamics of the film were reminiscent of the Mexican family structure, where "the shadow of the father looms differently." This perspective influenced his portrayal of Victor's journey, with Isaac noting that he drew inspiration from classic telenovela scenes, where actors would dramatically process emotions through physical reactions.
Isaac also spoke about how his own experiences as a Latino actor informed his approach to playing Victor. He shared how his desire to prove himself outside of stereotypical roles led him to embody the character's swagger and sensuality. Del Toro praised Isaac's casting, saying that he was the right choice for the role due to their shared cultural background.
The filmmaking duo discussed how their Latin culture seeped into every aspect of the film, from the swarthy Catholicism to the operatic intensity of emotions. They also talked about how this perspective allowed them to explore themes of outsiders and identity, particularly in the context of Latin American culture.
In a nod to del Toro's own cultural heritage, he celebrated how his Mexican background permeates his work, saying, "What else do you want? I think you cannot deny what you are, who you are. And what moves you in any act of artistic expression ever, you know?" The film, now in theaters and released on Netflix, is a testament to del Toro's vision, infused with the richness of Latin culture.
The masterminds behind the long-awaited adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel, Guillermo del Toro and Oscar Isaac, have opened up about how their Latin culture informed their take on the iconic story. The duo revealed that their shared heritage played a significant role in shaping Victor Frankenstein's character, with del Toro stating that their Latinness "connected us" from day one.
For del Toro, the patriarchal dynamics of the film were reminiscent of the Mexican family structure, where "the shadow of the father looms differently." This perspective influenced his portrayal of Victor's journey, with Isaac noting that he drew inspiration from classic telenovela scenes, where actors would dramatically process emotions through physical reactions.
Isaac also spoke about how his own experiences as a Latino actor informed his approach to playing Victor. He shared how his desire to prove himself outside of stereotypical roles led him to embody the character's swagger and sensuality. Del Toro praised Isaac's casting, saying that he was the right choice for the role due to their shared cultural background.
The filmmaking duo discussed how their Latin culture seeped into every aspect of the film, from the swarthy Catholicism to the operatic intensity of emotions. They also talked about how this perspective allowed them to explore themes of outsiders and identity, particularly in the context of Latin American culture.
In a nod to del Toro's own cultural heritage, he celebrated how his Mexican background permeates his work, saying, "What else do you want? I think you cannot deny what you are, who you are. And what moves you in any act of artistic expression ever, you know?" The film, now in theaters and released on Netflix, is a testament to del Toro's vision, infused with the richness of Latin culture.
i love how guillermo del toro and oscar isaac are bringing latin vibes to the classic tale - it's so refreshing to see our heritage represented on big screen! 
del toro's commentary about the patriarchy in mexican families resonates so much with me, it's like he was speaking straight to my soul 
and oscar's experience as a latino actor totally brought a new level of authenticity to the role of victor frankenstein - can't wait to see him slay on screen again! 
del toro & isaac bringing latin culture to the story is everything - it adds such depth and nuance to victor's character, you know? his mexican background totally influenced how he approached playing him, and i love how they both acknowledged their shared heritage as a connection between them 
plus, the film itself is just so beautifully shot and intense 
so cool how Guillermo del Toro & Oscar Isaac brought their latin vibes into Frankenstein 
! del Toro's idea about mexican family structure being like "the shadow of the father looms differently" is actually super insightful 
, and it shows in the way victor's character evolves throughout the film 
. Isaac's telenovela inspiration is also a great touch 
, and I love how del Toro praises Isaac for bringing his own latin perspective to the role 
, from the swarthy catholicism to the operatic intensity of emotions 
. And Oscar's experience as a Latino actor is definitely giving his performance an extra layer of authenticity. I'm all about exploring themes of identity and outsiders, and Latin American culture has so much to offer on that front 
. Del Toro's not wrong when he says their cultural background seeped into every aspect of the film - it's like you can feel the swarthy Catholicism and operatic intensity of emotions just radiating from the screen 
. And let's be real, who wouldn't want to see more Latin representation in classic literature? 
It's about time, if you ask me 
The way they wove in themes of identity and outsiders is super relatable, especially for people from Latinx backgrounds. And let's be real, Oscar Isaac totally slays as Victor - his swagger and sensuality bring the character to life! 
I am literally DYING over this adaptation of Frankenstein!!! 
Guillermo del Toro and Oscar Isaac absolutely NAILED it! The way they wove in their Latin culture was SO refreshing and added such depth to the story. I love how Victor's character was influenced by Mexican family dynamics - it gave me all the feels! 
Still, I guess if you want to watch a movie with some Latin flair, this might be the one... 
Del Toro's passion for Latin culture shines through in every aspect of the film, from the visuals to the emotions 
i'm curious to see how it all comes together tho 
and i'm hyped for this adaptation to bring some much-needed diversity to the classic novel 
I mean, it's about time someone brought some Latin flair to Frankenstein... like, 200 years too late? But hey, at least Guillermo del Toro and Oscar Isaac are keeping it real, even if their Latinness is being sold as a "unique perspective" 
. Can't wait to see how this adaptation turns out, especially with all the cliches about Latin culture injected into it 
. And Oscar Isaac's character development is everything - I mean, who wouldn't want to play a brooding scientist with some serious swagger 
. It feels so authentic and true to life 
. Can we talk about how this movie is going to get even more Latinx love now that it's on Netflix?! 