Frankenstein viewers left shocked over ‘unrecognisable’ star’s double role

Viewers of the new Frankenstein film have expressed shock and surprise upon discovering that actress Mia Goth played two distinct roles in the movie, with many not recognizing her in one of her performances. Goth appears as Baroness Claire, the mother of Victor Frankenstein, in a flashback scene early in the film, and later as Lady Elizabeth Harlander, the fiancée of Victor's brother. The casting choice led to widespread astonishment among the audience, with many sharing their disbelief on social media, stating they had watched the film multiple times without realizing Goth was in both parts. While some viewers were aware of Goth's dual role beforehand, they still found it difficult to recognize her in one or both of her characters, highlighting her transformative performance. Director Guillermo del Toro explained that the casting ... download the app to read more