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Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein trailer drops after filming at spooky Scottish estate
The first trailer for Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein is out, with scenes filmed at a haunting estate in Aberdeenshire.
The first trailer has landed for Guillermo del Toro's long-awaited adaptation of Frankenstein, and Scottish horror fans may recognise a hauntingly familiar backdrop.
Last year, film crews descended on Aberdeenshire to shoot scenes for the highly anticipated Netflix production.
Among the key locations was the atmospheric Dunecht House, a grand 19th-century mansion nestled in the north-east countryside, and the perfect setting for a gothic tale of monsters and madness, Aberdeen Live reported.
With its dramatic granite façade, Greek and Italian architectural flourishes, sweeping arches and Scottish baronial towers, the stately home looks as though it was plucked straight from the pages of Mary Shelley's original novel. Little wonder then that del Toro and his team chose it as one of the film's centrepieces.
Dunecht House dates back hundreds of years and was originally built as a replacement for a nearby mansion. Over time, it grew in scale and grandeur, boasting 24 bedrooms, 16 bathrooms, a 120-foot library, and even an observatory.
Once a social hub for Scotland's elite, the estate hosted an annual ball attended by high-ranking families from the likes of Cluny Castle and Drum Castle.
Beyond its architectural splendour, the mansion sits within breathtaking grounds, which are listed on the Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes in Scotland, a designation reserved for spaces of historical and artistic significance.
Among the highlights are two formal terraces and a variety of landscaped gardens.
But what truly cements its horror credentials is the house's otherworldly reputation.
Locals have long whispered about strange goings-on behind its heavy doors, lending it an eerie mystique that makes it tailor-made for a chilling film like Frankenstein.
According to the official logline, the film tells the story of 'a brilliant but egotistical scientist [who] brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.'
Oscar Isaac stars as Dr Victor Frankenstein, with Jacob Elordi portraying the infamous Monster. Mia Goth takes on the role of Elizabeth, joined by Ralph Ineson as Professor Krempe and Christoph Waltz as Harlander.
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The supporting cast also features Lars Mikkelsen, David Bradley, Felix Kammerer, Christian Covery and Charles Dance.
Del Toro, known for transforming the monstrous into cinematic masterpieces, has long dreamed of adapting Frankenstein.
In fact, he referenced Mary Shelley during his 2018 BAFTA acceptance speech for The Shape of Water, which went on to sweep the Oscars with four wins, including best picture and best director. His most recent collaboration with Netflix, Pinocchio, won the 2023 Academy Award for best animated feature.
Now, with Frankenstein set for release in November 2025, the visionary director brings his gothic ambition full circle, and thanks to its starring turn in the film, Dunecht House may soon gain fame beyond Scotland's borders.
