Guillermo del Toro (Chronos – 89%, The Pan’s Labyrinth – 95%, Hellboy II: The Golden Army – 86%) has once again shown why he is one of the best directors in the film industry with his stop-motion version of pinocchiowith Ewan McGregor like the little cricket that acts as a conscience. The film is based on the novel the adventures of pinocchio of carlo collodi and the director considers that it is his most exciting project, above all because it is not a rereading, but a new version, by the way, full of historical criticism of how fascism affects family relationships, education and in all strata, reminding us of the danger that it entails. After years of hard work and effort, he was able to bring the wooden puppet to life with his peculiar style, which draws on classic bestiaries and even something from the monstrous pantheon of film history, without losing, in this case, its congenital beauty. to children’s stories. Pinocchio by Guillermo del Toro – 96% opened in theaters in November and began streaming on Netflix on December 9. So you, dear reader who attends this entertainment greengrocer, will surely know what we are talking about. What’s more: if you can, leave your comments about the movie —or about this note, for a change.
Critics, filmmakers, and enthusiasts alike have not stopped applauding. A Pinocchio by Guillermo del Toro He is considered another jewel of the Mexican filmmaker since the film continually receives comments and laudatory reviews. People have even started comparing del Toro’s version to that of Disney saying it’s so much better than what Disney did with Tom Hanks. Which, well, yes, but come on, they made it easy for them. However, the director of Shape of Water believes that this is not enough to receive these gifts as he shares that he will continue to fight for animation in Hollywood.
During the red carpet premiere of pinocchio, Guillermo del Toro shared his beliefs that animation is a medium that can tell complex and beautiful stories. The Oscar-winning director argued that animation should not be considered a genre just for kids. Which is correct and, in effect, it is considered so by those who consume animation in different variations (don’t put me with a monocle to say that this is not new); however, he refers to the traditional perception of the market, the industry and, above all, the commercial derivative that provides medals: the Academy —and the homologous festivals that follow this line. That is where it is necessary to re-educate the economic machinery that sustains this phenomenon of entertainment and culture.
“We wanted to show that animation is not a genre for children,” del Toro explained. And he showed it with pinocchio since it is a version with seedy moments and even as dark as the children’s tale, although with more adult humor and a historical fable that only those who have grown up enough years can interpret with fear. He once again shared his opinion at an event Netflix, where he took flight and shared with great affection on topics that make him happy. And that’s good, because with the courage that they made him go through with the Arieles… well, of course.
The three friends reunited. 🇲🇽
Netflix organized a talk between Alfonso Cuarón, Alejandro González Iñárritu and Guillermo del Toro to talk about #Bard Y #Pinocchio at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles. 🤓
He said: “It is a battle that I will continue to fight.” Previously, the director of Chronos shared that animated films need the recognition they deserve. During an interview, she said that if an animated film is “in the top 10” films of a year, it should be nominated in the Best Picture category at the Academy Awards.
Possibly audiences are also glad to see filmmakers like del Toro call animation one of the best mediums for storytelling. Especially those who have grown up with multiple narratives associated with illustration, computer animation and its various derivatives (comics, anime, comics, etc.). Although it may take a little longer for this genre to be more than a children’s genre in the consumer market and in the industrial categories of large corporates, Guillermo del Toro is ready to give his all to make animation one of the best. media to make movies.
i literally just finished watching this as we speak! and wow!! well done del toro
People believe that filmmakers like the director Mimic – 61% they could make it possible with more movies like their latest production. Let’s hope that the director continues to make these kinds of movies in the future as well, otherwise his mission might get stuck. It is important that he remains firm and active in this task.
95%, Hellboy II: The Golden Army –