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Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" Earns Prestigious Gotham Vanguard Tribute
9 Oct
Summary
- Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" to receive Gotham Vanguard Tribute
- Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi honored for reimagining Mary Shelley's classic
- Film explores profound questions about humanity
On December 1st, 2025, Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" will receive the Gotham Vanguard Tribute at the 35th annual Gotham Film Awards ceremony in New York City. The Vanguard Tribute is awarded to pioneering films that push the boundaries of cinema through bold artistic choices.
The Gotham is honoring del Toro's epic adaptation of Mary Shelley's timeless novel, as well as the film's stars, Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi. Isaac portrays the tortured scientist Victor Frankenstein, whose ego-driven quest to create new life results in the birth of Frankenstein, played by Elordi. The Gotham's executive director, Jeffrey Sharp, praised the team's collaboration, stating that their work "honors the literary legacy while boldly exploring profound questions about what it means to be human."
Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz also star in the film, which has been recognized for its cinematic vision and emotional depth. Del Toro, a previous Gotham honoree, is being celebrated once again for his innovative approach to this classic tale. The Gotham's awards ceremony will take place on December 1st, 2025, where the winners will be announced.
