Del Toro's adaptation movingly captures the sense of isolation and yearning which permeate the story, whilst also creating a fugue of dread and elemental horror. The outcome is a contemporary gothic masterpiece that immediately feels timeless.

Oscar Isaac's egotistical and obsessive Victor Frankenstein is balanced perfectly by an outstanding performance by Mia Goth as Elizabeth and Jacob Elordi, who delivers a heart-stealing performance as the Creature.