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National & Local

Vytautas Juozapaitis. The LRT governance improvement project – a Frankenstein creation, or why we withdrew

The LRT governance improvement project has been criticized for its lack of clear vision and potential to weaken public broadcasting independence in Lithuania.

Feb 19 • 13:14 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

FREE movies in the Zócalo of Mexico City: from Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' to 'Güeros' and more; complete schedule

The Zócalo of Mexico City will host free outdoor movie screenings from February 16 to 22 as part of a cultural initiative featuring various contemporary Mexican films.

Feb 17 • 21:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

There is much power in 'Frankenstein' for the regeneration generation

The play 'Frankenstein' at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern in Stockholm explores the price of technological development.

Feb 14 • 12:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Uwe Wirth's Cultural Theory: Is This the Key to Culture?

Uwe Wirth attempts to develop a theory of human culture based on the agricultural technique of grafting, with Frankenstein's monster serving as a key example.

Feb 11 • 19:26 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Guillermo del Toro becomes the protagonist in the official photo of the nominees for the 2026 Oscars

Guillermo del Toro took center stage in the official nominees' photo for the 2026 Oscars, highlighting his nomination for 'Frankenstein' and the significant presence of acclaimed industry figures.

Feb 11 • 16:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Members of the group 'Iļģi': We have taken sources from our ancestors, but we are modern people

The members of the Latvian folk music group 'Iļģi' discuss their cultural heritage and its connection to modern life in light of contemporary themes depicted in the documentary 'Frankenstein 2.0.'

Feb 11 • 02:58 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

This was the intense makeup process for Christian Bale to become Frankenstein in 'The Bride!'

Christian Bale underwent a demanding makeup transformation to portray Frankenstein in the film 'The Bride!', directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal.

Feb 4 • 17:38 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Christian Bale: Because of the six-hour makeup, I was screaming mad on set

Christian Bale revealed that he struggled during the six-hour makeup process to transform into Frankenstein's monster for the film 'The Bride,' directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal.

Feb 4 • 08:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Christian Bale had a bizarre ritual on set: "Every day I screamed crazily"

Christian Bale reveals that to cope with the six-hour makeup process for his role as Frankenstein's monster in 'The Bride!', he developed a bizarre ritual involving intense screaming.

Feb 4 • 08:39 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
World

The Kiwi costume designer getting global attention

New Zealand costume designer Kate Hawley is receiving global recognition for her work on the film Frankenstein, marking a successful collaboration with director Guillermo del Toro.

Feb 3 • 16:28 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Between Inspiration and Tragedy: The Italian Period that Shaped Mary Shelley and Her Literature

This article reflects on the significant Italian period that influenced Mary Shelley's literary work, coinciding with the anniversary of her death and the upcoming adaptation of her famous novel 'Frankenstein.'

Feb 2 • 17:30 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
Life & Tech

China’s ‘Dr. Frankenstein’ Thinks Time Is on His Side

A Chinese scientist, dubbed 'Dr. Frankenstein', believes that advancements in technology will play a crucial role in his experiments and projects.

Jan 13 • 05:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Jacob Elordi: The tender kiss to his -also tall- parents at the Golden Globes (video)

Jacob Elordi, though not awarded at the 2026 Golden Globes for his role in 'Frankenstein', shared a heartfelt moment with his tall parents during the ceremony.

Jan 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Critics Choice 2026: The film 'One Battle After Another' named Best Film

At the 31st Critics Choice Awards, the film 'One Battle After Another' was recognized as the best film, with Paul Thomas Anderson winning Best Director for the same work, while the films 'The Sinners' and 'Frankenstein' collectively received the most awards.

Jan 5 • 06:54 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

40 Years of 'Re-Animator', the Crazy Frankenstein That Showed Us How Fun Gore Is

The article celebrates the 40th anniversary of 'Re-Animator', highlighting its humorous take on gore and its central themes of human life and societal disregard as illustrated through its memorable scenes.

Jan 4 • 21:24 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

How Marvel was inspired by Frankenstein to create its first anti-hero

Marvel drew inspiration from Frankenstein in crafting its first anti-hero, influenced by the character's notable presence in pop culture, particularly with the recent film adaptation by Guillermo del Toro.

Dec 31 • 09:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Frankenstein killer victim probe ends - 40 years after he vanished

Hampshire Police have concluded their investigation into the 1986 disappearance of Royal Navy sailor Simon Parkes, who is feared to have been a victim of a notorious killer, and are appealing for any further information from the public.

Dec 30 • 17:10 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Tiffany & Co.: What Jewelry Does Frankenstein Wear, Mr. Young?

Tiffany & Co. archivist Christopher Young discusses his work on the 'Frankenstein' film and the company's secret vault, reflecting on their jewelry pieces made for icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe.

Dec 27 • 16:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

The 'Karystian Party' and the Sad Opposition

The article discusses the challenges the opposition faces against the 'Karystian Party,' comparing the situation to Frankenstein and his creature, highlighting the lack of a credible governmental program from the opposition, particularly from the center-left.

Dec 27 • 08:30 UTC

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