Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein: A Fresh Take on a Classic Tale
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Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Frankenstein explores themes of parenting, creation, and forgiveness, portraying the Creature as a misunderstood child and emphasizing the responsibilities and failures of Victor Frankenstein as a parent, ultimately highlighting the potential for redemption and understanding between creator and creation.
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