PLOT : The screening will be introduced by Oscar winner, producer of "The Shape of Water."
Miles Dale will engage the audience with insights into the popular films screened at the Distillery District.
Embark on a mesmerizing journey in Guillermo del Toro's Academy Award-winning masterpiece, "The Shape of Water." Set against the backdrop of Cold War-era America, Elise, a mute maintenance worker, works in a high-security government laboratory and leads an isolated life. One day, Elise and her co-worker Zelda stumble upon a top-secret experiment, a mysterious aquatic creature held captive in the building. Feeling a deep connection with the creature, Elise decides to help it escape its confines. What unfolds is an extraordinary and unexpected tale of love and transformation set in a time and place like no other. "The Shape of Water" celebrates diversity, empathy, and the beauty of finding connections in unexpected places.
Guillermo del Toro. Guillermo del Toro is a highly acclaimed filmmaker known for his visually stunning and captivating films. His passion for filmmaking, makeup, and special effects began in his teenage years and has earned him international recognition. From his first film, “Doña Lupe” (1986), to the award-winning “Cronos” (1992), del Toro consistently wows audiences and critics alike with his unique storytelling abilities. From “Pan’s Labyrinth” (2006) to “The Shape of Water” (2017), del Toro masterfully transports viewers to dark, gothic, and fantastical realms. Not only a master of live-action films, but del Toro’s expertise in animation was also recognized at the 2023 Academy Awards for the enchanting “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio” (2022). Del Toro’s films showcase his unique ability to blend fairy tales and horror with a touch of beauty.
Length 2h 3min
Year 2017
Cast
Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Doug Jones, Michael Stuhlbarg, Octavia Spencer,
Distribution Disney+
Production Double Dare You, Fox Searchlight Pictures, TSG Entertainment