Guillermo del Toro on the Practical Magic Behind Frankenstein's Ship

When Guillermo del Toro builds a monster, even the ship becomes a character.
In this behind-the-scenes look, del Toro walks viewers through the craftsmanship behind Frankenstein’s gothic vessel — a massive practical set built with terrifying detail.

It’s tactile, beautiful, and a testament to del Toro’s love of real-world movie magic in an era of CGI shortcuts.

Explore the filmmaker’s vision here:

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