Do you love talking about Films?
Are you trying to watch more films in English?
Join Peter’s English Film Club!
Saturday 20th December at 13:00 UK Time
We will discuss… Frankenstein
You can find more details on how to participate on Patreon and Discord!
What is Film Club? – Frankenstein
Film Language Document – Conversation Questions – Extra Resources
What is Peter’s Film Club?
The Film Club is a great opportunity to practice English speaking skills by talking about a film.
Peter invites Thinking In English Conversation Club members (Patreon levels: Learner and Master) to join him on Zoom one Saturday per month, for free!
If you are not a Patreon member, you can pay to join the film club on Peter’s website
But it’s not just about improving speaking skills. Every film has a different topic so talking about them is a really effective way to increase your vocabulary.
Also, you can practice your writing. After every meeting, you can write your thoughts about the film and Peter will read it amd give you detailed feedback!
How to Prepare the Film Club:
1. Watch the film!
2. Prepare by studying the Film Language Document.
(The Film Language Document contains 10 Themes, and 30 Vocabulary Items specific to the film. It also contains the 10 conversation questions we will discuss in the meeting!)
You can find the Film Language Document (and more) below…
Frankenstein (2025)
Here is a simple description of the film
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (Netflix, 2025) retells Mary Shelley’s novel. The film combines dark visual style with emotional storytelling, showing how science and obsession can cross moral boundaries.
The plot follows a young scientist who, scarred by loss, tries to overcome death by creating life. His experiment produces an unnatural being, rejected and abandoned. This act begins a cycle of suffering, revenge, and destruction that consumes both creator and creation.
The film explores themes of monstrosity, humanity, and hubris, asking whether true horror lies in the unnatural being or in human arrogance. It also reflects on loneliness, identity, and the ethics of science. It’s a classic tale and a meditation on responsibility and the human condition.
… and it’s available on Netflix everywhere!
Conversation Questions!
- Briefly, what do you think of the film? How did it make you feel?
- Have you ever read Mary Shelley’s book or seen any other film versions of this story? If so, how did this adaptation compare.
- Which scene or moment in the film was most powerful for you, and why?
- Was there a particular performance (actor/character) that impressed you most?
- Do you have any opinions on the cinematography, sound, or music in the film? Did they help to contribute to the gothic mood?
- What is “monstrosity”? And what makes us “human”? Does the film suggest that they are opposites?
- Is Victor’s hubris more dangerous than Harlander’s greed?
- How important is Victor’s childhood trauma in how the story unfolds?
- Compare Victor and the creature. How are they similar and different in their struggles with isolation, isolation, identity, and purpose.
- Is science always a force for good? If science tried overcome death, would that be a step too far?
Do you have any more thoughts or questions?
Why not prepare 1 or 2 more of your own questions or opinions about the film?!
Extra Resources
If you want to do even more, you might want to look at the online resources:
IMDb Page
IMDb page where you can find everything about the film including: Videos, Characters, Cast and Crew, Plot Synopsis, Quotes, Reviews and more!
Film Trailer on YouTube
See if you like the look of the film by watching the trailer.
… and it might help you refresh your memory if you saw it a long time ago!
Mudbound Vocabulary
Learn and practice the vocabulary for this film!.
Practice using 5 different study games and activities – including writing, listening, and memorisation techniques!
Flashcards
Matching Game
Learning Game
Test Yourself
Listening and Spelling
General Film Vocabulary
Learn and practice vocabulary for this Thinking in English Conversation Club.
Practice using 5 different study games and activities – including writing, listening, and memorisation techniques!
Flashcards
Matching Game
Learning Game
Test Yourself
Listening and Spelling
See you at the Film Club!
