Frankenstein

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Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel has Dr. Frankenstein bicker with his creature about her potential existence before deciding against it in fear that “she might become ten thousand times more malignant than her mate.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

Guillermo Del Toro's take on the classic tale Frankenstein, starring Jacob Elordi, swept the design categories, first taking home best production design.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

One Battle After Another won the most awards with six, followed by I Swear, Sinners and Frankenstein, which got three each, while Hamnet won two.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

"Frankenstein," "Marty Supreme" and "Sentimental Value" tied with nine nominations each.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

“Breathable? They’re A-L-I-V-E,” Jay cackles as if the boots were Frankenstein.

From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes