"Guillermo del Toro Unveils Fiery Indictment of AI: A Testament to Human Artistry"
Mexican director Guillermo del Toro made a bold statement while accepting the Vanguard Tribute at Monday's Gotham Awards for his adaptation of Mary Shelley's timeless classic, "Frankenstein". The evening began with del Toro paying homage to the iconic horror author, revealing how she inspired him to tell this story since age 11.
Del Toro went on to express that the realization he had back then, sparked by Boris Karloff and Mary Shelley's work, was that his place in the world was among "monsters and misfits" – a notion he has cherished ever since.
The director celebrated being reunited with the extraordinary cast and crew of his film, including Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi. He dedicated the award to the artisans who handcrafted the world of "Frankenstein", proclaiming that their artistry 'shines on every single frame' of the film. And so he did – declaring an unequivocal rebuke to AI in Hollywood: "Fuck AI."
The sentiment echoes his sentiments expressed during the Venice Film Festival premiere, where "Frankenstein" received a 13-minute standing ovation and has since garnered widespread acclaim for its meticulous attention to detail and exceptional human craftsmanship.
Del Toro's strong stance serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to traditional filmmaking methods. As he looks forward to competing in nine categories at the Oscars, including best picture, it's clear that this is not just another project, but an ode to the enduring power of human creativity.
Mexican director Guillermo del Toro made a bold statement while accepting the Vanguard Tribute at Monday's Gotham Awards for his adaptation of Mary Shelley's timeless classic, "Frankenstein". The evening began with del Toro paying homage to the iconic horror author, revealing how she inspired him to tell this story since age 11.
Del Toro went on to express that the realization he had back then, sparked by Boris Karloff and Mary Shelley's work, was that his place in the world was among "monsters and misfits" – a notion he has cherished ever since.
The director celebrated being reunited with the extraordinary cast and crew of his film, including Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi. He dedicated the award to the artisans who handcrafted the world of "Frankenstein", proclaiming that their artistry 'shines on every single frame' of the film. And so he did – declaring an unequivocal rebuke to AI in Hollywood: "Fuck AI."
The sentiment echoes his sentiments expressed during the Venice Film Festival premiere, where "Frankenstein" received a 13-minute standing ovation and has since garnered widespread acclaim for its meticulous attention to detail and exceptional human craftsmanship.
Del Toro's strong stance serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to traditional filmmaking methods. As he looks forward to competing in nine categories at the Oscars, including best picture, it's clear that this is not just another project, but an ode to the enduring power of human creativity.