Cult 101: Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)
Director: Guillermo del Toro Run Time: 118 min. Release Year: 2006 Language: Spanish
Starring: Ariadna Gil, Doug Jones, Ivana Baquero, Maribel Verdú, Sergi López
Country: Mexico, Spain
Language: Spanish
About the film:
Living with her tyrannical stepfather in a new home with her pregnant mother, 10-year-old Ofelia feels alone until she explores a decaying labyrinth guarded by a mysterious faun who claims to know her destiny. If she wishes to return to her real father, Ofelia must complete three terrifying tasks.
“One of the greatest of all fantasy films.”
–Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
About the filmmakers:
Guillermo del Toro Gómez is a Mexican filmmaker, author, and artist. His work has been characterized by a strong connection to fairy tales and horror, with an effort to infuse visual or poetic beauty in the grotesque. He has had a lifelong fascination with monsters, which he considers symbols of great power.
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