This is the question I've been asking myself since the first time I read Mary Shelley's epic gothic novel.
Frankenstein is one of my all-time favorite books and films.
The 1931 cult classic has become a landmark in cinema and pop culture.
The scene of the "monster" being chased by the "good people"holding torches is truly impactful.
Everything that is different and strange is rejected by the hypocritical and cruel society that persecutes and judges those who are different.
The real monsters hide behind their false appearances and their cynical smiles.
Mary Shelley had the sensitivity to see and understand all of this.
When she wrote Frankenstein, she was far ahead of her time and accurately and brilliantly portrayed the cruel nature of human relationships in the world we live in.
Prometheus, metaphysics, electricity, the evolution of science and medicine, the Gothic poetry of Byron and the Georgian era, Enlightenment, Complexes and traumas in parent-child relationships, Greek tragedies and Platonic philosophy, forbidden romances, the creation myth seen through the eyes of a revolutionary and visionary woman.
I see the same thing Mary Shelley saw in her time.
I call this complicity between writers.
Anyway, I'm very excited to see this new version of Frankenstein by the visionary and brilliant Guillermo del Toro.
When a filmmaker puts all their passion and mastery into their work, magic happens.
If Guillermo del Toro's dream was to make a cinematic version of Frankenstein, then he is also fulfilling the dream of all film lovers worldwide who have been waiting for this epic moment.
Mary Shelley's gothic and poetic monster is back through the lens and mastery of one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.
I am sure this film will be a masterful masterpiece of modern cinema.
Congratulations to Guillermo del Toro, this brilliant cast, and Netflix. 📽😶🌫️👍
Today, the court will issue a resolution to the dispute between NewJeans and Ador/Hybe.
I sincerely hope that all these issues are judged and resolved in the best possible way, and that the girls from NewJeans can return to their artistic activities as soon as possible.
K-pop artists must have their rights protected and guaranteed, and have complete freedom to create and choose the best path for their art and career.
No artist should be pressured or coerced, nor suffer bullying or neglect from the companies that represent them.
The physical and mental health of all these artists should be a top priority for all entertainment companies.
I earnestly request President Lee Jae-myung and the South Korean government to engage in dialogue with all K-pop companies to ensure these rights are guaranteed to their artists.
All K-pop artists and idols deserve to be respected and valued.
Their health is paramount.
They represent Korean and Asian culture in a very noble way.
I sincerely hope that the members of NewJeans have their rights respected and can return as soon as possible.
You have my full support, love, and consideration.