Jacob Elordi Suffers from Significant Weight Loss Before ‘Frankenstein’ Role

Jacob Elordi went through a lot before landing his role in “Frankenstein.” While filming “The Narrow Road to the Deep North,” he lost a significant amount of weight, which left him feeling mentally and physically drained. Despite the challenges, this experience actually helped him prepare for his role as the Creature in Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein.”

Reflecting on this difficult time, Elordi shared how he felt moments of anguish in the middle of the night. But he saw it as a blessing in disguise, as it allowed him to channel those emotions into his portrayal of the character. The role came at the right moment in his life, as he was grappling with his purpose as an actor and the pressures he faced.

The transformation into the Creature involved a rigorous makeup process, but Elordi found it liberating. He felt like he didn’t have to be himself anymore and used this experience to rebuild himself entirely. The film’s cast includes Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Goth as Frankenstein’s love interest, along with other talented actors.

During the Venice Film Festival, “Frankenstein” received a standing ovation that moved Elordi to tears. The long hours spent in makeup every day to become the monster character were challenging, but Elordi embraced the complexities of his role. He even shared his nerves about meeting del Toro for the first time over Zoom, highlighting the mix of excitement and anxiety that came with such a significant opportunity.