Guillermo del Toro Teases on New Project 'Fury' With Oscar Isaac at TIFF

Alongside the discussion for the upcoming adaptation of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein,' Guillermo del Toro announced a new gestating project called 'Fury' at the recent Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film will feature Isaac and is described as a "very violent" pic in the vein of a murderous 'My Dinner with Andre' (1981). 

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For Oscar Isaac, it signals a departure from his previous works and a foray into more intense and gritty storytelling. The announcement has generated significant buzz, with industry insiders and fans eager to learn more about this ambitious project.

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Fury: A Bold New Direction

'Fury' is set to explore intense themes, with del Toro emphasizing its "very violent" nature. Although the exact narrative is yet unknown, the tone of the movie seems to deviate from del Toro's usual fusion of horror and fantasy. The collaboration with Oscar Isaac, known for his versatile performances, adds to the anticipation surrounding the project.

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Del Toro citing his reason for being drawn to the project, said, "Because I'm very interested in the violence we do to each other, and we do it with our minds, we do it with our souls and we do it physically." Del Toro's decision to venture into this new genre reflects his willingness to explore diverse storytelling avenues and challenge both himself and his audience.

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Frankenstein: An Emotional Reimagining

Del Toro's upcoming 'Frankenstein' adaptation promises to offer a fresh perspective on the classic tale. Although del Toro called the picture "very emotive," he made it clear that it is not meant to be a conventional horror film. Rather, the complicated ties between characters—especially the maker and his creation—will be the main focus. The director, who sees the story as an examination of issues like identity and parenting, has stated a personal connection to it. Oscar Isaac plays Victor Frankenstein in the movie, while Jacob Elordi plays the renowned monster.

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The casting of Elordi was a result of a last-minute change, with del Toro having only nine weeks to transform him into the creature after Andrew Garfield's departure from the role. Despite the tight timeline, del Toro expressed confidence in Elordi's suitability for the part, praising their strong collaborative dynamic. 'Frankenstein,' which had its world premiere at Venice last month, will debut in select theaters on 17th October, and 7th November, on Netflix.

As details continue to emerge, audiences eagerly await the release of these films, expected to make a significant impact on the cinematic landscape.

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