Guillermo del Toro’s movies boast visually striking images and a strong use of colors, as well as a use of everyday objects as visual motifs for the internal struggles of his characters is one of my favorite aspects of a del Toro movie. Giving a lens to examine real-world trauma, societal oppression, and human complexities, del Toro’s narratives are built on meticulously crafted worlds with marginalized individuals seeking redemption through resilience or pain. If you haven’t explored del Toro’s filmography yet, here’s a list of his best works that will make you a fan. Best Movies By Guillermo del Toro 1. Pan’s Labyrinth (2006) - YouTube Arguably one of del Toro's best works, Pan’s Labyrinth is a visceral blend of dark fantasy with the brutal realities of post-Civil War Spain. Ofelia (Ivana Baquero), a young girl who ends up in a mythical labyrinth, faces magical trials set by a mysterious faun.Ofelia’s journey is both literal and metaphorical—a poignant allegorical tale about innocence lost in times of violence. Del Toro seamlessly integrates fantasy and historical drama in Pan’s Labyrinth, demonstrating how genre elements can be used to explore profound human themes.2. The Shape Of Water (2017) - YouTube A surreal love story between a mute janitor, Elisa (Sally Hawkins), and an amphibious creature captive in a secret Cold War-era laboratory, The Shape of Water explores themes of otherness, empathy, and our eternal desire to love. At its emotional core, the story is reinforced by its fairytale structure and lyrical tone. Del...
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