Frankenstein's Last-Minute Casting Change
Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein recently arrived on Netflix, but its casting almost looked very different. Initially, Andrew Garfield was set to play The Creature, Victor Frankenstein's monstrous creation.
Why the Change Happened
Garfield had to leave the project in early January 2024 due to scheduling conflicts caused by the 2023 Hollywood strikes. This opened the door for Jacob Elordi to take over the role at the last moment.
Challenges of the Switch
The change forced del Toro and make-up artist Mike Hill to rethink The Creature's design under extreme time pressure. Originally, they had spent nine months crafting Garfield’s look, but with Elordi, they had only nine weeks to adapt it.
"You can't be under more pressure than that," del Toro told Vanity Fair.
Outcome and Impact
Despite the rush, the recast turned out well. It's hard to imagine anyone else portraying The Creature now. This doesn't detract from Garfield’s potential, but Elordi's performance strengthens the movie's core themes.
Summary
The last-minute casting of Jacob Elordi, replacing Andrew Garfield, brought fresh energy and helped deliver a compelling interpretation of Frankenstein.
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