Guillermo del Toro is an undisputed master of storytelling, and at long last, his adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic tale of Victor Frankenstein is now streaming on Netflix, alongside a limited US theatrical run. Fans of the films will want to check out two upcoming books that offer a deeper look into the film's creation. The first, Frankenstein: Written and Directed by Guillermo del Toro, launches on October 28 and goes behind the scenes of the movie. This will be followed by Frankenstein: The Complete Screenplay on November 25, which is a hardcover edition of the film's complete script that includes a selection of extra material.
Frankenstein: Written and Directed by Guillermo del Toro (Hardcover)
$75 | Releases October 28
Frankenstein: Written and Directed by Guillermo del Toro is a breakdown of how the movie was made, starting from the very early days of pre-production with a collection of concept art to when the film was in full production and various period-specific props were created. Movies directed by del Toro are known for having a sense of physicality and authenticity to them, and this 334-page hardcover book explores the filmmaker's creative process through his developmental sketches of Frankenstein's monster, set photos, exclusive storyboards, and costumes.
Frankenstein: The Complete Screenplay (240-page hardcover book)
$30 | Releases November 25
Frankenstein: The Complete Screenplay is a 240-page paperback volume that includes the full script for the movie presented alongside a collection of concept art, film stills, and behind-the-scenes photography. It also features anecdotes from the film's production, giving readers insight into how del Toro adapted Shelley's classic story for the modern age.
Mary Shelley's original novel--which is titled Frankenstein: Or, The Modern Prometheus--was first published in 1818, yet it remains a popular book even two centuries later. If you want to read it for yourself, several new and upcoming editions of the book are available. Frankenstein - Netflix Tie-in Edition is a new paperback printing of Shelley's novel featuring new cover art from del Toro's film. It launches on October 28 for $18, and preorders are available at Amazon.
If you prefer a hardcover edition, there are a few options available. The most exciting is the new Frankenstein: MinaLima Edition, which also launches on October 28. The $45 premium hardcover book features all-new cover art and interior illustrations, along with seven interactive elements like a fold-out map, diary entries, and more. Preorders are available at Amazon. MinaLima has produced several other premium interactive hardcover editions of classics--including a few that del Toro fans will enjoy, such as Pinocchio.
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