Frankenstein Recasting: Andrew Garfield to Jacob Elordi
How did Jacob Elordi perform as The Creature? Fans of Guillermo del Toro, like myself, were thrilled when the Oscar-winning director announced his adaptation of Frankenstein, a project he had been planning for nearly two decades. Del Toro is known for his compassionate portrayal of monsters, evident in films like Pan’s Labyrinth and The Shape of Water.
Despite my excitement, one casting change made me hesitate. The film, set to release on Netflix on November 7, experienced a notable swap just before production in early 2024. Andrew Garfield, initially cast as The Creature, dropped out due to “scheduling conflicts.” Jacob Elordi stepped in to fill the role.
Thoughts on the Casting Change
Jacob Elordi is undeniably talented. His haunting presence in Euphoria and his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Priscilla impressed me. Still, Andrew Garfield remains one of my favorite actors, which made the change harder to accept initially.
My Perspective After Watching
Now that I’ve seen Frankenstein, I want to share my thoughts on the recasting and Elordi’s performance. Although my initial reaction was mixed, experiencing the film gave me a fresh perspective on the choice and the portrayal of The Creature.
“Andrew Garfield had dropped out of the movie due to ‘scheduling conflicts,’ and Jacob Elordi would be taking over.”
“I found him to be especially haunting in Euphoria, and was impressed by his performance as Elvis Presley in Priscilla.”
Final Summary
Despite early doubts about recasting Andrew Garfield with Jacob Elordi, Elordi’s nuanced and compelling performance reshaped my view of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein.