"Gods and Monsters" is a 2020 fantasy film directed by Bill Condon. It is a reimagining of the life of James Whale, the director of the classic 1931 film Frankenstein. The story explores Whale's later years, focusing on his relationships and the impact of his past work in horror cinema. The film features themes of creativity, mortality, and the struggle between beauty and monstrosity. It stars Bill Condon as Whale and Jonathan Groff as a young man who becomes involved in Whale's life, highlighting the complexities of identity and the nature of art in the face of societal expectations.