TMDb/Mahou Sentai Magiranger t Movie Maggie Gyllenhaal reimagines the Bride of Frankenstein. Starring Christian Bale & Jessie Buckley, the film gives the iconic character her own voice and story... April 11, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Bride! marks the second directorial effort from Maggie Gyllenhaal, who reimagines the classic Bride of Frankenstein character with a fresh perspective. The film, set in 1930s Chicago, centers on Frankenstein's monster, known as Frank and played by Christian Bale, who seeks a companion created by Dr. Euphronius, portrayed by Annette Bening.