Guillermo del Toro, well-known for his work in the horror genre, recently revealed which iconic movie villain he would like to explore next in a new project. During an interview at the premiere of his latest film, Frankenstein, del Toro shared that he would be interested in creating a fresh take on the classic story of The Phantom of the Opera, signaling a potential Guillermo del Toro remake in the making.
Plans for a Unique Interpretation of The Phantom of the Opera
Del Toro described The Phantom of the Opera as a timeless narrative with a rich legacy and expressed his desire to approach it in a different way. He mentioned having several ideas but indicated that his current focus is shifting toward other projects involving crime and stop-motion filmmaking.
“Because it’s such a classic tale, but I would do it differently,”
he said.
“I have a couple of ideas but for now, I’m going into crime and stop motion.”
The Enduring Legacy of The Phantom of the Opera
Originally penned as a novel by Gaston Leroux in 1910, The Phantom of the Opera tells the haunting story of a disfigured musical genius who lives beneath the Paris Opera House and becomes infatuated with a beautiful singer. The narrative gained renewed fame with the 1986 Broadway musical adaptation, which holds the record as the longest-running show in Broadway history, having entertained audiences for over 10,000 performances worldwide. Theater kids and audiences alike have long regarded the story as a compelling dramatic work, a sentiment echoed by fans and creatives worldwide.
Del Toro’s Upcoming Projects Hint at Dark and Violent Themes
Aside from the Phantom remake hints, del Toro is reportedly working on a crime thriller titled Fury, which is positioned as his next film following Frankenstein. The project is said to star Oscar Isaac and promises to be intense and brutal in its storytelling. Reflecting on Fury, del Toro shared,
“I’m writing it right now, and it’s called Fury, and essentially it’s going back to [the] sort of thriller aspects of Nightmare Alley – very cruel, very violent,”
adding a dark twist:
“Like My Dinner with Andre but [with] killing people after each course.”
What This Means for Fans and the Future of Del Toro’s Work
Guillermo del Toro’s interest in revisiting The Phantom of the Opera suggests a bold and darker interpretation of a beloved story, potentially attracting both fans of the original and followers of del Toro’s unique cinematic style. With his current projects focusing on crime thrillers and imaginative filmmaking techniques, del Toro continues to build on his reputation for delivering intense, emotionally charged films. Theater enthusiasts and film audiences worldwide will likely watch closely for any developments on this Guillermo del Toro remake and his forthcoming crime drama.
