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Frankenstein: Portfolio Edition
Immerse yourself in the darkly enchanting universe of Frankenstein with this exclusive Portfolio Edition of the highly anticipated film Frankenstein, Written and Directed by Guillermo del Toro.
This stunning volume offers an extensive behind-the-scenes look at the creative genius of del Toro and his collaborators, including his all-star cast: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Christoph Waltz, and others. Combining in-depth commentary with unparalleled set access, this insightful art book will provide a deeper understanding of del Toro’s legendary creative process. Exclusive interviews with the director, cast, and production crew are paired with candid set photos, exclusive storyboards, breathtaking concept art, and an array of period-specific props, locations, and costumes. There are also reproductions of more than a dozen unique pieces of design and production ephemera, each hand-affixed into every copy.
Discover the visionary interpretations of classic characters, the meticulous craftsmanship that brings them to life, and the rich thematic layers that define del Toro’s reimagining of Mary Shelley's timeless tale. Offering deep insights into the design and filmmaking process, the book contains del Toro’s developmental sketches of the monster, taken from his legendary notebooks, including an exclusive drawing made in his youth, and an early photograph of his first makeup created for the character of the monster—an opportunity to witness the magic of storytelling through the lens of one of cinema's most imaginative directors
Each Collector’s Edition includes an exclusive edition of the book, bound in embossed Svepa leatherette and featuring an exclusive die-cut tip-on cover image, with the spine adorned by a sculpted Medusa-head medallion created by film’s prop designer. Packaged in a matching slipcase, and accompanied by an exclusive quarterbound prop-replica portfolio, featuring nine sketch reproductions and a custom art print produced exclusively for Insight Editions by the film’s concept artist Mike Hill, this is a must-have for film enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
GOTHIC CLASSIC: The story that birthed an entire genre, Frankenstein is the quintessential gothic masterpiece. Now, experience as never before through the unique vision of Director Guillermo del Toro, who has dreamt his whole life of making this film.
VISIONARY DIRECTOR: Known as the master of monsters, Guillermo del Toro’s unique blend of beauty and horror make a perfect marriage with the tale of Victor Frankenstein’s tragic, thrilling and human Monster.
BREATHTAKING VISUALS: This deluxe coffee table book will feature exclusive storyboards, concept art, behind-the-scenes photography, and film stills to go along with interviews and insights from the creative teams.
This stunning volume offers an extensive behind-the-scenes look at the creative genius of del Toro and his collaborators, including his all-star cast: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Christoph Waltz, and others. Combining in-depth commentary with unparalleled set access, this insightful art book will provide a deeper understanding of del Toro’s legendary creative process. Exclusive interviews with the director, cast, and production crew are paired with candid set photos, exclusive storyboards, breathtaking concept art, and an array of period-specific props, locations, and costumes. There are also reproductions of more than a dozen unique pieces of design and production ephemera, each hand-affixed into every copy.
Discover the visionary interpretations of classic characters, the meticulous craftsmanship that brings them to life, and the rich thematic layers that define del Toro’s reimagining of Mary Shelley's timeless tale. Offering deep insights into the design and filmmaking process, the book contains del Toro’s developmental sketches of the monster, taken from his legendary notebooks, including an exclusive drawing made in his youth, and an early photograph of his first makeup created for the character of the monster—an opportunity to witness the magic of storytelling through the lens of one of cinema's most imaginative directors
Each Collector’s Edition includes an exclusive edition of the book, bound in embossed Svepa leatherette and featuring an exclusive die-cut tip-on cover image, with the spine adorned by a sculpted Medusa-head medallion created by film’s prop designer. Packaged in a matching slipcase, and accompanied by an exclusive quarterbound prop-replica portfolio, featuring nine sketch reproductions and a custom art print produced exclusively for Insight Editions by the film’s concept artist Mike Hill, this is a must-have for film enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
GOTHIC CLASSIC: The story that birthed an entire genre, Frankenstein is the quintessential gothic masterpiece. Now, experience as never before through the unique vision of Director Guillermo del Toro, who has dreamt his whole life of making this film.
VISIONARY DIRECTOR: Known as the master of monsters, Guillermo del Toro’s unique blend of beauty and horror make a perfect marriage with the tale of Victor Frankenstein’s tragic, thrilling and human Monster.
BREATHTAKING VISUALS: This deluxe coffee table book will feature exclusive storyboards, concept art, behind-the-scenes photography, and film stills to go along with interviews and insights from the creative teams.
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336 pages, Hardcover
First published October 28, 2025
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November 25, 2025
This book was sooo cool. I love the costumes and outfits they wore and how it was represented. Mia goths character my fav!!!!!!! Such beautiful jewelry and fashion used
December 31, 2025
loved all the spreads and add-on pages in this, a la the Pan's Labyrinth making-of book. i love behind the scenes books so much!
January 1, 2026
A comprehensive book about the filming of Frankenstein. I love all the photos included and the details about the craftsmen who used their skills to bring this movie to the screen.
November 16, 2025
'In all the drudgery and sadness and rejection, what else will you do but keep walking toward the sun?'
- Jacob Elordi (quoted in the book)
I went to the Frankenstein: Crafting a Tale Eternal exhibition in London and got to see a lot of the props and costumes up close, and that's what made me want this book. It's basically the exhibition in book form, but with even more artefacts and information, and I'm glad I got it.
It's stunning. Beautiful layout with glossy photos, lots of concept designs, and various pages from del Toro's notebooks. It gives some great insight into del Toro's love of the original story and the creature, as well as the film making process and the decisions made by the different creators working on it. The film is beautiful as is, without all the in depth information, but there are so many tiny details that are easily missed when watching the film, and having all that pointed out and a chance to see things up close makes me appreciate the effort and love that went into it even more.
- Jacob Elordi (quoted in the book)
I went to the Frankenstein: Crafting a Tale Eternal exhibition in London and got to see a lot of the props and costumes up close, and that's what made me want this book. It's basically the exhibition in book form, but with even more artefacts and information, and I'm glad I got it.
It's stunning. Beautiful layout with glossy photos, lots of concept designs, and various pages from del Toro's notebooks. It gives some great insight into del Toro's love of the original story and the creature, as well as the film making process and the decisions made by the different creators working on it. The film is beautiful as is, without all the in depth information, but there are so many tiny details that are easily missed when watching the film, and having all that pointed out and a chance to see things up close makes me appreciate the effort and love that went into it even more.
December 27, 2025
A Guillermo Del Toro movie art book is always such a beautiful pleasure to look through.
February 16, 2026
What a thoroughly gorgeous book. I splurged and bought this for me after no one got the hint that it was all I really wanted for Christmas (heh).
I took my time reading it every night, savoring the photos and the inserts of Victor' drawings, etc. I appreciate learning even more about the craft of all the talented people who brought this film to life. It's the version of Frankenstein I didn't know I was waiting all of my life to see. I can't begin to express how much I love this film and all the reasons why it feels so personally resonant. The story Guillermo wrote is a heightened version, but the look and feel of the film is also top-tier. The costumes alone are pure art. I loved learning more about the process from conception to film to design everything from the fabric itself (the cellular structure-design on one of Elizabeth's gowns just kills me!) to the intricacies of the jewelry. This book takes each element into rich detail, paying full respect to the love and the talent that went into the work of building it into the exquisite film that deserves all the awards.
This book will live on my coffee table for oh, maybe the next two or three decades. <3
I took my time reading it every night, savoring the photos and the inserts of Victor' drawings, etc. I appreciate learning even more about the craft of all the talented people who brought this film to life. It's the version of Frankenstein I didn't know I was waiting all of my life to see. I can't begin to express how much I love this film and all the reasons why it feels so personally resonant. The story Guillermo wrote is a heightened version, but the look and feel of the film is also top-tier. The costumes alone are pure art. I loved learning more about the process from conception to film to design everything from the fabric itself (the cellular structure-design on one of Elizabeth's gowns just kills me!) to the intricacies of the jewelry. This book takes each element into rich detail, paying full respect to the love and the talent that went into the work of building it into the exquisite film that deserves all the awards.
This book will live on my coffee table for oh, maybe the next two or three decades. <3
January 2, 2026
I loved Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and adored how del Toro brought this timeless story to life. Having read this book, I now fully understand why del Toro and Shelley feel like kindred spirits: the same voice, separated by time.
As an artist, it’s impossible not to be completely blown away by the way del Toro and his team approached this masterpiece. Every detail was considered and cared for, from the wallpaper in Harlander’s bathroom (specially designed for the film) to the fully functioning, period-accurate valves on the batteries.
This book beautifully captures what an extraordinary feat this production was and just how much passion and craftsmanship went into it across all departments. Just wow.
Not to mention: the fun little inserts and loose sketches throughout the book felt like a treasure hunt!
As an artist, it’s impossible not to be completely blown away by the way del Toro and his team approached this masterpiece. Every detail was considered and cared for, from the wallpaper in Harlander’s bathroom (specially designed for the film) to the fully functioning, period-accurate valves on the batteries.
This book beautifully captures what an extraordinary feat this production was and just how much passion and craftsmanship went into it across all departments. Just wow.
Not to mention: the fun little inserts and loose sketches throughout the book felt like a treasure hunt!
November 26, 2025
This book is stunning. This was an expensive book, but you can understand why from the moment you open it.
The love that GDT has for this story shines through. Not just from the text, but in the quality of the materials used and attention to detail, with the additional pages/fold out sections. I'm beyond impressed.
The love that GDT has for this story shines through. Not just from the text, but in the quality of the materials used and attention to detail, with the additional pages/fold out sections. I'm beyond impressed.
December 8, 2025
An excellent view into the production of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein. Very detailed information on casting, set design, costuming and more. I loved all the inserts and ephemera inserted into the pages, it really added to the experience of reading about how the movie was made. This now lives proudly on my coffee table
November 17, 2025
Loved learning more about this beauty of a film. The work that goes into filmmaking is more remarkable than we can even imagine. It’s definitely intrigued me to read more books of this ilk for other favourite films.
If you haven’t seen GDT’s Frankenstein yet, you’re doing yourself a disservice.
If you haven’t seen GDT’s Frankenstein yet, you’re doing yourself a disservice.
December 29, 2025
it’s crazy when non-fiction books can make you cry, but reading about the sheer thought, energy and soul that del toro and his entire team put into this film made me so emotional. i don’t think shelley’s work could have fallen into more gentle, caring hands if it tried.
November 26, 2025
Beautiful, fun, and interesting. If you're like me and watch the film every couple of days, it's a must-read.
November 29, 2025
It's breathtakingly beautiful album (almost as beautiful as the movie) with a lot of behind the scenes trivia, concept sketches, set designs and pictures and some glimpse into deleted scenes.
November 30, 2025
This art book is awesome! Equal parts concept art and BTS. Worth every penny!
December 15, 2025
An eye-opening study of Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein that shows the extremely amount of work and detail that went into every second of the movie.
December 28, 2025
fell in love with this movie the second I started it and how incredible it was to see how Del Toro feels so deeply about this story
very heartwarming and so impressive
very heartwarming and so impressive
January 12, 2026
A beautifully crafted book for a beautifully crafted film - with printed inserts, no less!
January 18, 2026
If you loved the movie you have to read this. I adored reading about the passion and love put into the movie. Such high quality picture’s too
January 20, 2026
Beautiful and so, so cool. Loved learning about the movie and loved all of the art that went in to it and learning about the people who worked on it.
January 21, 2026
Just a stunning book that shows Guillermo De Toro dedication to the arts
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