Christian Bale has transformed into Frankenstein’s monster. The new avatar is for director Maggie Gyllenhaal's upcoming film "The Bride". Gyllenhaal has shared first look images on Instagram. «The Bride» will be released in theatres in October, 2025.
Apart from Bale, the film's star cast includes Jessie Buckley, Penélope Cruz, Annette Bening, and Peter Sarsgaard, as per a report in Variety.
Set against the backdrop of 1930s Chicago, «The Bride» offers a fresh take on the classic Frankenstein narrative. In this intriguing twist, Buckley's character, a murdered young woman, is brought back to life, much to the surprise of her creators. However, her resurrection takes an unexpected turn as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, yearning for romance and igniting a radical social movement in the process, Variety reported.
While Maggie Gyllenhaal's «The Bride» is generating buzz as an upcoming Frankenstein movie, it's not the only one in the works. Renowned filmmaker Guillermo del Toro is currently in the midst of filming his own adaptation of the classic tale. This version of Frankenstein features «Euphoria» and «Saltburn» star Jacob Elordi taking on the role of the iconic monster. With del Toro's unique vision and Elordi's talent, expectations are high for this fresh interpretation of Mary Shelley's timeless story. As production continues and details emerge, fans eagerly anticipate del Toro's take on the beloved narrative and Elordi's portrayal of the