Netflix's I Am Frankelda wouldn't exist without Guillermo Del Toro
Netflix's upcoming stop-motion film 'I Am Frankelda' is a significant expansion of the beloved Mexican series. The Ambriz brothers, creators of the original series, credit Guillermo Del Toro as a crucial mentor in bringing this project to life. Set in 19th-century Mexico, the film aims to captivate both longtime fans and new audiences with its unique storytelling and visual style.
- ▪The film 'I Am Frankelda' is set to debut on Netflix in June.
- ▪Guillermo Del Toro has been a mentor to the Ambriz brothers since they began their creative journey 15 years ago.
- ▪The movie explores the adventures of Frankelda, a ghostly author, in her own macabre subconscious.
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